Description
This Shepherd’s Pie Soup takes the hearty, comforting flavors of a classic shepherd’s pie and transforms them into a warm, savory bowl of goodness. Topped with creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheddar, it’s a cozy meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
Soup Base:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables:
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen corn
Toppings:
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared separately)
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned, and break it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and set aside. - Sauté the Vegetables:
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the same pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. - Add Broth and Seasonings:
Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. - Add Frozen Vegetables:
Stir in the frozen peas and corn. Continue simmering for another 5 minutes, until the vegetables are heated through. - Prepare the Mashed Potatoes (if not using leftovers):
While the soup is simmering, prepare mashed potatoes according to your favorite recipe, or use store-bought for convenience. - Serve the Soup:
Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each serving with a scoop of mashed potatoes and a sprinkle of grated cheddar cheese. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of flavor and color.
Notes
- Make it Vegetarian: Swap ground beef for plant-based ground meat and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- Leftovers: This soup reheats well. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Mashed Potatoes Shortcut: Use instant mashed potatoes or leftover mashed potatoes for a quicker prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 390kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
