Description
Rich, hearty Philly Cheese Steak Soup brings classic sandwich flavors into a comforting bowl. Melted provolone and tender beef strips create a satisfying meal you’ll crave all winter long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups provolone cheese, shredded
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 500 g (1 lb) beef, thinly sliced (ribeye, flank steak, or deli-style roast beef)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsps butter
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Croutons or toasted bread slices
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Slice beef against the grain into delicate, thin strips, ensuring maximum tenderness and optimal flavor absorption.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms until they become translucent and release their aromatic essence, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Flavor Foundation: Add minced garlic to the vegetable medley, stirring briefly to unlock its intense fragrance and deepen the soup’s flavor profile.
- Meat Integration: Introduce the prepared beef strips, browning them meticulously to develop rich, caramelized notes that will elevate the soup’s overall complexity.
- Thickening Process: Evenly coat the mixture with flour, whisking thoroughly to create a smooth base that will naturally thicken the liquid components and prevent potential lumping.
- Liquid Infusion: Pour beef broth into the pot, incorporating Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper while continuously whisking to ensure a seamless, well-integrated liquid base.
- Creamy Transformation: Reduce heat and gently blend heavy cream into the simmering mixture, allowing the soup to develop a luxurious, velvety consistency that coats the palate gracefully.
- Cheese Finale: Gradually fold in provolone and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until they melt completely and create a smooth, decadent texture throughout the soup.
- Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasonings, ensuring a perfectly balanced flavor that captures the quintessential essence of a Philly cheese steak.
- Serving Presentation: Ladle the soup into individual bowls, garnishing with crisp croutons or freshly chopped parsley to provide a delightful textural contrast and visual appeal.
Notes
- Slice Beef Precisely: Cut against the grain for maximum tenderness, ensuring each piece remains soft and easy to chew during cooking.
- Control Vegetable Sautéing: Watch carefully while cooking onions and peppers, preventing burning by maintaining medium heat and stirring occasionally to develop rich caramelized flavors.
- Prevent Cheese Clumping: Add cheese gradually and reduce heat before incorporating to guarantee smooth melting without separating or becoming grainy.
- Adjust Consistency Wisely: Use flour sparingly and whisk continuously when adding broth to avoid lumps, creating a silky soup texture that mirrors classic Philly cheese steak richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 429
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 989 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 96 mg