Shepherd’s Pie Soup is a comforting and hearty meal, inspired by the classic British Shepherd’s Pie. It features savory ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and a rich beef broth, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes. This delicious dish is perfect for cold evenings and brings all the flavors of a traditional pie into a warm bowl of soup. It’s a one-pot recipe that’s easy to make and ideal for family dinners.
ingredients :
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups beef broth
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add Tomato Paste and Broth: Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes. Pour in beef broth and mix well.
- Simmer the Soup: Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Cook and Mash Potatoes: Boil the potatoes in salted water for 10–12 minutes. Drain and mash with milk and butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Finish the Soup: Add frozen peas and corn to the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaf.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.
NOTES
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
The soup and mashed potatoes can be made ahead and stored separately.
Optional cheese can be skipped for a lighter dish.
NUTRITION
Protein: 22g
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 6g
