Description
Shepherd’s Pie Soup is a comforting and hearty twist on the classic shepherd’s pie, featuring savory ground meat, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes all combined into a delicious, warming soup. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a flavorful, easy-to-make meal that feels both nostalgic and satisfying.
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Mashed Potato Topping
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the mashed potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized pieces. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes well, then mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the ground meat and vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Brown the meat: Add the ground lamb or beef to the pot with the vegetables. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Add peas and finish the soup: Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes until they are heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Assemble and serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous spoonful of the creamy mashed potatoes. The potatoes add a rich, comforting finish that mimics the topping of shepherd’s pie. Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, satisfying flavors.
Notes
- Use ground lamb for a traditional flavor or ground beef as a common substitute.
- Leftover mashed potatoes can be used as a topping for convenience.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the vegetables in the pot before adding peas.
- Add Worcestershire sauce or a splash of red wine for deeper flavor variations.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives for a fresh touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
