Beef Stroganoff Soup

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This stroganoff-inspired soup combines beef, mushrooms and onion in a creamy, lightly tangy broth. Brown the beef first, whisk broth into the flour roux gradually and stir in cream at the end without boiling. Melt half the butter in a soup pot. Brown beef in batches, then transfer to a plate. Add remaining butter, onions and mushrooms; cook 7 minutes until softened. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in hot broth. Add tomato paste and mustard. Return beef to pot and simmer gently 30 to 40 minutes until tender. Stir in cream and lemon juice over low heat; warm without boiling. Season and garnish with parsley.

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Beef Stroganoff Soup

Creamy beef and mushroom soup with mustard, tomato and a touch of lemon.

Prep 20 minCook 55 minTotal 75 minYield 6 servings

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Equipment: Mixing bowl, measuring tools and suitable pan

Ingredients

500 g beef chuck, thinly sliced 2 whole medium onions, sliced 200 g button mushrooms, sliced 45 g unsalted butter 3 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 l beef broth, hot 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 200 ml heavy cream 1 tsp fine salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Brown beef

   Melt half the butter in a soup pot. Brown beef in batches, then transfer to a plate.

2. Cook vegetables

   Add remaining butter, onions and mushrooms; cook 7 minutes until softened.

3. Thicken broth

   Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in hot broth. Add tomato paste and mustard.

4. Simmer

   Return beef to pot and simmer gently 30 to 40 minutes until tender.

5. Finish

   Stir in cream and lemon juice over low heat; warm without boiling. Season and garnish with parsley.

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How to tell when it is ready

Cook until tender, set or golden as described.

Tips

• Measure and prepare ingredients before cooking.
• Cut ingredients into even-sized pieces.
• Taste and adjust seasoning near the end.
• Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate covered.

Troubleshooting

• If the mixture is too thick, add liquid gradually.
• If browning too quickly, lower the heat.

Substitutions

• Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
• Choose a compatible dairy-free option where appropriate.

Variations

• Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
• Add citrus for a brighter flavor.

Serving suggestions

• Pair with a crisp seasonal salad.
• Offer fresh herbs or a suitable sauce.
• Add vegetables or fruit on the side.
• Serve warm for the best texture.

Make ahead

Measure ingredients ahead and refrigerate perishable components; finish shortly before serving.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Food safety

Contains wheat and dairy. Simmer beef until tender and refrigerate leftovers promptly.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare this ahead?

Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.

How should I store beef stroganoff soup?

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Serve promptly and store leftovers safely.