Description
Hearty shepherds pie soup brings classic British comfort to your bowl with ground lamb, vegetables, and creamy mashed potato topping. Rich flavors meld together, offering a warming twist on the traditional casserole that comforts you deeply.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef or lamb
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 ½ cups potatoes, diced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup frozen peas and corn mix
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 2 tbsps butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Potato Preparation: Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until silky smooth. Set aside for later incorporation.
- Meat and Vegetable Foundation: Brown ground beef in a large pot, breaking into fine crumbles. Remove beef and in the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, and carrots until tender and fragrant.
- Flavor Infusion: Return beef to the pot, combine with sautéed vegetables. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Final Enrichment: Stir in half-and-half, green peas, and corn kernels. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Incorporate shredded cheese, stirring until completely melted and creating a rich, creamy texture.
- Presentation: Ladle soup into serving bowls. Top with a generous layer of prepared mashed potatoes. Optionally, garnish with extra cheese or chopped parsley for a refined finish.
Notes
- Potato Perfection: Ensure potatoes are completely dry after boiling to prevent watery mashed potatoes. Use a ricer or potato masher for the smoothest texture.
- Meat Mastery: Brown ground beef thoroughly to develop deep, rich flavor. Use lean beef to reduce excess grease in the soup.
- Flavor Layering: Toast herbs like thyme briefly before adding to enhance their aromatic qualities. Consider adding a splash of red wine for extra depth.
- Dietary Flexibility: For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half with low-fat milk or vegetable broth. Gluten-free option can be achieved by using cornstarch instead of flour for thickening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg