Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Shepherd’s Pie Soup, a creamy and satisfying twist on the classic dish. This hearty soup combines ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and velvety mashed potatoes, all enveloped in a rich broth that warms the soul. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, it’s not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you add your favorite veggies or adjust the seasonings, this soup is sure to become a staple in your home cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1½ cups mixed frozen vegetables
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup flour
- ¾ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground sage
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: shred cheese, measure sour cream and half-and-half, and let them sit at room temperature.
- In a large stock pot over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned; drain excess grease.
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (10-15 minutes). Drain and mash with sour cream and butter.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion in butter until softened; add minced garlic.
- Stir in flour to create a roux, then gradually add chicken broth while scraping any bits from the pot.
- Mix in Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, mustard powder, and sage. Stir in half-and-half and bring to a boil before reducing heat.
- Combine mashed potatoes into the soup base until well-blended. Add cooked beef and frozen vegetables; heat through.
- Finally, stir in shredded cheese until melted smoothly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg