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Slow Cooker Steak Soup Recipe

Slow Cooker Steak Soup

A hearty and easy slow cooker steak soup loaded with tender beef, flavorful vegetables, and a cozy broth perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 2 pounds Chuck roast, cut into chunks Best cut for tenderness.
Vegetables
  • 2 medium Onions, chopped Flavor base.
  • 3 carrots Carrots, diced Add sweetness.
  • 2 stalks Celery, diced Adds texture.
  • 4 medium Potatoes, diced Use waxy types for best texture.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms, sliced Enhances savory flavor.
  • 1 cup Green beans, trimmed and halved Add near the end for bright texture.
  • 1 cup Peas Stir in at the end to warm through.
Liquids and Flavorings
  • 6 cups Beef broth Base of the soup.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce For depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Add richness to broth.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Herb for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Enhances the overall taste.
  • Salt to taste Salt Adjust at the finish.
  • Black pepper to taste Black pepper Add for heat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the beef chunks in a skillet over medium-high heat for added flavor.
  2. Layer the chopped onions, carrots, and celery at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Add the browned beef on top of the vegetables.
  4. Place potatoes and mushrooms on top of the beef.
Cooking
  1. Pour the beef broth over all ingredients in the slow cooker.
  2. Add Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is fork tender.
Final Touches
  1. About 30 minutes before serving, add green beans and peas.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving.

Notes

This soup improves with leftovers and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Make sure to cool and store in airtight containers. Reheat gently, adding broth or water if necessary.