This Low Carb Shepherd's Pie Soup takes classic comfort food and turns it into a hearty, flavorful low carb soup the whole family will love!
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I know many people disagree about the difference between calling something Shepherds Pie. I make this soup with ground lamb or ground beef, depending on what I can find and the prices at the store.
But I decided to get right into that from the start so we can lay it to rest.
Shepherd’s Pie vs. Cottage Pie
When Shepherd’s Pie first originated, it was made with lamb. It has since evolved, especially in America, to include a variety of red meats (ground beef in particular). Per Wikipedia:
“Shepherd’s pie, cottage pie, or hachis Parmentier is a ground meat pie with a crust or topping of mashed potato of English origin. The recipe has many variations, but the defining ingredients are ground red meat cooked in a gravy, and topped with a layer of mashed potato before it is baked”
So the only thing this doesn't have is the potato, but potatoes are so overrated, right?
I will say in all honesty that my husband was quite skeptical about this recipe when I told him what I was making.
I don't know why he questions me, he has only ever disliked one recipe enough to say he didn't ever want it again.
Silly hubby! He loved it. He kept saying over and over again, "This is really really good".
INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE LOW CARB SHEPHERDS PIE SOUP
INGREDIENTS
- Cauliflower
- Pink sea salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- Ground lamb or grass-fed ground beef
- Organic onion powder
- Organic garlic powder
- Heavy whipping cream
- Beef bone broth
- Sour cream
- Worcestershire sauce
- Italian seasoning
- Ground sage
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Frozen peas and carrots (can omit if strict keto)
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley
HOW TO MAKE LOW CARB SHEPHERDS PIE SOUP
Add in the bone broth, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, ground sage, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine well.
Remove from heat and add the shredded cheese and stir until combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
FAQS ABOUT LOW CARB SHEPHERDS PIE SOUP
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. This soup does freeze and reheat well.
Last thoughts about Low Carb Shepherds Pie Soup
Why you should make this recipe:
- EASY: Made with simple ingredients and ready in 40 minutes, this shepherd’s pie soup has become my go-to for busy winter weeknights.
- COMFORTING: It’s everything you love about traditional shepherd’s pie in soup form. It is pure comfort in a bowl!
- PLENTY OF LEFTOVERS: This recipe makes a big batch so you can enjoy leftovers for days or freeze servings for later!
- Shred the cheese from a block so that it melts well. Bagged shredded cheese contains cellulose or starch which prevents it from clumping, but also prevents it from melting well (and adds carbs).
- Make sure the soup isn’t too hot when you add the cheese. Otherwise, the fat from the cheese will separate and you’ll get a grainy consistency.
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This dutch oven is perfect for making this soup.
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