Description
A hearty soup inspired by the classic shepherd’s pie, combining ground meat, vegetables, and mashed potatoes in a comforting broth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground meat in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in peas, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Spoon mashed potatoes on top and let them melt slightly into the soup.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use leftover mashed potatoes for convenience.
- For a thicker soup, add cornstarch slurry.
- Top with shredded cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British