This Shepherd’s Pie Soup combines all the flavors of classic shepherd’s pie in a cozy, delicious soup. It’s loaded with ground meat, veggies, and a creamy potato topping for the ultimate comfort food.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Soup Base:
- 1 lb ground beef or ground lamb 🍖
- 1 onion, diced 🧅
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 3 carrots, diced 🥕
- 2 celery stalks, diced 🥬
- 1 cup frozen peas 🟢
- 4 cups beef broth 🍲
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste 🍅
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 🍶
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 🌿
- 1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch (for thickening) 🌾
For the Potato Topping:
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared or store-bought) 🥔
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or heavy cream 🥛
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Fresh chives or parsley, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
📝 Instructions:
- Cook the Meat:
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef or lamb over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté Vegetables:
- Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- Build the Soup Base:
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and peas. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 10-15 minutes.
- Thicken the Soup:
- In a small bowl, mix the flour with a little water to make a slurry. Stir it into the soup and cook for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Prepare the Potato Topping:
- In a separate bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and spoon the cheesy mashed potato topping over each bowl. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley.
Enjoy your Shepherd’s Pie Soup—all the flavors of a classic shepherd’s pie in a comforting, delicious soup! 🍲🥔🧅