Warm up with a bowl of Shepherd’s Pie Soup! This comforting dish combines all the flavors of the classic shepherd’s pie in a hearty soup that’s perfect for chilly days. Enjoy a taste of home!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 pound ground beef or lamb
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups beef broth
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– 2 cups frozen peas
– 2 cups mashed potatoes (store-bought or homemade)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Cook the Meat: Add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add Broth and Seasoning: Pour in the beef broth, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
4. Stir in Peas: Add the frozen peas to the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a generous scoop of mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
6. Enjoy: Dig in and enjoy this hearty and flavorful Shepherd’s Pie Soup! 
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