Warm Shepherd’s Pie Soup

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef or lamb
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cups beef broth
2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

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