Description
This Shepherd’s Pie Soup recipe delivers all the comforting flavors of classic Shepherd’s Pie in a rich, hearty soup. Made with savory ground beef, mixed vegetables, and topped with creamy mashed potatoes, this cozy dish is perfect for a satisfying meal that's ready in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- Ground beef or lamb
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onion
- Garlic
- Peas
- Corn
- Potatoes
- Butter
- Flour
- Beef broth
- Worcestershire sauce
- Thyme
- Bay leaf
- Salt
- Pepper
- Heavy cream or milk
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef or lamb over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in flour to coat the meat and vegetables, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in beef broth, then add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Add peas and corn, cooking until heated through.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes in a separate pot until tender. Mash with butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with a scoop of mashed potatoes and garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- For a thicker soup, add more mashed potatoes or reduce the broth slightly.
- Leftover mashed potatoes work well for this recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg