Shepherd's Pie Stew This hearty Shepherd's Pie Stew combines all the comforting flavors of the classic dish in a warm, satisfying soup. Perfect for chilly days, it's loaded with vegetables and seasoned ground meat, making it a delightful meal in a bowl. Ingredients 1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 onion, diced 1 cup diced celery about 4 cups (or 3 medium potatoes) diced potatoes 1 lb. ground beef or venison* 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 Tbsp. tomato paste 1/2 cup dark beer (like a porter, stout, preferable Guinness) * 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar (only use if using venison) 4 cups unsalted beef stock (or broth) about 10 dashes Worcestershire 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1/4 tsp. ground, dried sage 1 (10 oz.) package Classic Mixed Vegetables (frozen peas, carrots & corn) Instructions Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. When hot, add the onion, celery, and potatoes, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes. Then, add the ground meat and allow it to brown, about 8 minutes. Next, add the garlic and tomato paste, sautéing for 2 additional minutes to release the flavors. Pour in the beer and apple cider vinegar, if using. Let these cook down for about 3 minutes, then add the beef stock, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and sage. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let the stew simmer, partially covered, for about 30 minutes, but it can simmer for a few hours if desired. The potatoes should be soft. When ready to serve, stir in the frozen veggies, remove from heat, and ladle it into bowls.











