Description
A comforting and hearty twist on the classic Shepherd’s Pie, this Shepherd’s Pie Soup is a delicious blend of creamy mashed potatoes, savory beef, mixed vegetables, and cheddar cheese in a flavorful broth. Perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
Soup Base:
- 1 lb. ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups half and half
- ¾ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground sage
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups mixed frozen vegetables
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Shred cheddar cheese, measure sour cream, and let them come to room temperature.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Brown and crumble beef in a stock pot, then set aside.
- Boil and Mash Potatoes: Boil potatoes, drain, mash with butter and sour cream.
- Prepare the Broth: Sauté onions and garlic in butter.
- Thicken the Broth: Whisk in flour and cook to eliminate raw taste.
- Add the Liquids: Gradually add broth, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings, then stir in half and half.
- Blend the Soup: Combine mashed potatoes with broth and blend until creamy.
- Finish with Beef and Vegetables: Add beef and vegetables to simmer.
- Stir in the Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables in the soup to suit your preferences.
- Be careful when blending hot liquids to avoid splatters.
- This soup reheats well, making it perfect for leftovers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Shepherd's Pie Soup, Mashed Potato Soup, Comfort Food Recipe
