Description
Wrap yourself in warmth with this Comforting Shepherd’s Pie Soup—an easy dinner idea that turns your favorite cozy casserole into a hearty, spoonable delight. With layers of savory ground beef, sweet carrots, green peas, and a swirl of creamy mashed potatoes, it’s the ultimate healthy comfort food. Whether you need quick dinner inspiration or just love comforting food ideas that taste like home, this is a must-try.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef (or lamb)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup diced carrots
½ teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and brown thoroughly.
- Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add beef broth, bring to simmer.
- Toss in carrots; cook 10 minutes. Add peas and simmer 5 more minutes.
- Spoon mashed potatoes over the soup. Stir gently or leave layered.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer