Creamy Steak & Potato Soup Recipe
This creamy steak and potato soup combines tender cubes of sirloin or rib-eye steak with hearty potatoes simmered in a rich, savory broth finished with heavy cream and milk for a comforting and indulgent meal perfect for chilly days.
- Author: Cleo
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Meat
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or rib-eye), cubed
Vegetables
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Dairy
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Seasonings & Herbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Brown the steak: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the cubed steak and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the steak from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
- Cook potatoes in broth: Add the diced potatoes, beef broth, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add steak and cream: Return the cooked steak to the pot. Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring well to combine. Let the soup simmer gently for another 5-7 minutes, allowing it to heat through and thicken slightly.
- Season and serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or paprika if desired. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley and a sprinkle of fresh thyme if using.
Notes
- Use sirloin or rib-eye steak for the best texture and flavor. Avoid tougher cuts.
- For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot to release starch.
- Heavy cream adds richness; for a lighter version, substitute with half-and-half or reduce cream quantity.
- Fresh thyme is optional but adds a nice herbaceous note; dried thyme can be substituted.
- Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
Keywords: steak soup, potato soup, creamy soup, comfort food, beef broth soup