Description
Hearty shepherd’s pie soup blends classic British comfort with modern culinary creativity. Robust flavors meld tender ground lamb, creamy potatoes, and rich broth for a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup beef broth
Vegetables:
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 carrots
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup corn
Seasonings and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious Dutch oven, sizzle ground beef over medium-high heat until richly caramelized, incorporating finely diced onions and minced garlic for aromatic depth.
- Pour beef broth into the pot, stirring in Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, carrots, peas, and corn, creating a robust flavor foundation.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to gently simmer for 15-20 minutes, letting vegetables soften and flavors meld harmoniously.
- While soup simmers, boil peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, approximately 12-15 minutes.
- Drain potatoes thoroughly, then transform into creamy mashed potatoes by whipping with butter and milk until smooth and luxurious.
- Ladle steaming soup into deep serving bowls, crowning each portion with a generous dollop of velvety mashed potatoes.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley or chives across the surface for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Transform this classic pie into a comforting soup by maintaining the traditional flavor profile while creating a more liquid-based dish.
- Keep meat lean by using ground sirloin or turkey for a healthier alternative that reduces overall fat content.
- Consider adding extra vegetables like celery or parsnips to boost nutritional value and create more depth in the soup’s texture.
- Prevent bland taste by using homemade beef stock or adding a splash of red wine during simmering to enhance the overall richness of the soup’s flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg