Description
Hearty shepherds pie soup brings classic comfort to your table with a delightful twist on the traditional British favorite. Warm, rich flavors blend perfectly, offering you a satisfying meal that connects culinary tradition with modern comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
Liquids and Canned Goods:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) beef broth
- 1 can (14 ounces or 396 grams) diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Sear ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat until deeply browned, crumbling the meat while cooking. Remove excess fat through careful draining.
- Introduce finely chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and sliced celery into the pot. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until vegetables become translucent and release aromatic flavors.
- Pour beef broth, crushed tomatoes, frozen peas, and season with dried thyme, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Reduce heat and allow soup to gently simmer for 22-25 minutes until vegetables reach tender consistency.
- For enhanced richness, incorporate heavy cream or whole milk, stirring thoroughly. Continue simmering for an additional 4-5 minutes to integrate flavors and warm through completely.
- Transfer soup into serving bowls, generously crown with creamy mashed potatoes or crispy potato croutons. Garnish with sharp shredded cheddar cheese and freshly chopped parsley for vibrant presentation and added depth of flavor.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version that still delivers robust flavor.
- Enhance depth by deglazing the pot with a splash of red wine after browning the meat, which adds rich complexity to the soup’s base.
- Create a gluten-free option by using cornstarch instead of traditional thickeners and ensuring all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep vegetables in advance and store in the refrigerator to streamline cooking process and reduce day-of preparation time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg