Philly Cheesesteak Soup Bacon (Printable Version)

Creamy Philly cheesesteak-style soup with beef, bacon, and cheese, served with golden cheesy toast.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Soup

01 - 4 slices bacon, chopped
02 - 1 pound thinly sliced beef ribeye or sirloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
04 - 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 4 cups beef broth
09 - 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
10 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ For the Cheesy Toast

13 - 4 slices crusty bread such as sourdough or baguette
14 - 1 cup shredded cheese (provolone, mozzarella, or cheddar)
15 - 2 tablespoons butter, softened

# Directions:

01 - In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot. Add the beef and sear until browned on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove beef and set aside with bacon.
02 - If needed, add olive oil or butter to the pot. Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
03 - Pour in beef broth and bring to a low simmer. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and heavy cream. Return the cooked beef and bacon to the pot, seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. For a thicker consistency, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
04 - Preheat broiler. Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Arrange on a baking sheet and sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
05 - Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with additional cheese or chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately with cheesy toast alongside for dipping.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick clean up since everything simmers in one pot
  • Authentic cheesesteak taste without the mess of a sandwich
  • Great way to use up leftover bread and cheese
  • Customizable to your favorite veggies and cheese blends
  • Family friendly and hearty enough to satisfy big appetites
02 -
  • Loaded with protein and hearty enough for dinner
  • Can be made ahead and reheats gently
  • Pairs perfectly with a green salad for a balanced meal
03 -
  • Sear the beef in small batches for a deep flavorful crust
  • Broil cheesy toast just until bubbling for maximum melty goodness
  • Cut veggies thin and even so they cook quickly and evenly
  • Use low sodium broth so you can control the salt at the end
  • Let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving for flavors to meld

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