Description
Shepherd’s Pie Soup is a cozy, creamy reinterpretation of a classic dinner—ground beef, potatoes, vegetables, and cheddar simmered in a rich beef broth with milk and cream for indulgent comfort. This family-friendly soup comes together in one pot, freezes well, and makes weeknight meals easy. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or comforting lunches, it’s hearty, nourishing, and irresistibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes, mixed vegetables, beef broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in milk and heavy cream, then simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mash a portion of the potatoes before serving.
- Leftovers freeze well; reheat gently on the stove.
- Top each bowl with extra cheddar or chopped parsley for color.
- To lighten the dish, use 2% milk and light cream cheese as an alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Shepherd’s Pie Soup, Comfort Food, Creamy Soup, Beef Soup, Potato Soup, One-Pot Meal, Family Dinner, Meal Prep, Freezer Friendly, Cozy Dinner, Cheddar Cheese