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Steak and Potato Soup Recipe

4.9 from 84 reviews

This comforting Steak and Potato Soup features tender cubes of beef simmered with diced russet potatoes, aromatic herbs, and onions in a rich beef broth, finished with creamy heavy cream for a luscious texture. Slow-cooked to perfection, this hearty soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs. beef stew meat or sirloin cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp. cooking oil
  • 4 small russet potatoes, diced
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 sweet yellow onion, diced
  • 32 oz. box beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (add at the end of cooking)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the cooking oil. Brown the beef cubes on all sides until they develop a nice crust but do not cook them through. This step adds extra flavor. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
  2. Add Remaining Ingredients: Into the slow cooker, add the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, dried thyme, garlic powder, diced onion, and beef broth. Make sure to leave out the heavy cream at this stage.
  3. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook the mixture on low heat for 8 hours. Avoid opening the lid during cooking to maintain the temperature and consistency.
  4. Finish with Cream: Once the cooking time is complete and the meat and potatoes are tender, stir in the heavy cream to add richness and a smooth texture to the soup.
  5. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy your hearty, creamy steak and potato soup warm.

Notes

  • Browning the beef before slow cooking adds depth of flavor and improves texture.
  • Do not add cream at the beginning as it can curdle during long cooking.
  • Russet potatoes hold up well during slow cooking without becoming mushy.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option, but the soup will be less rich.
  • For thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream or reduce broth quantity slightly.

Keywords: steak and potato soup, slow cooker soup, beef stew soup, comfort food soup, hearty soup, creamy soup