Plaza III Steak Soup – CopyKat Recipes

Looking for a hearty beef soup? This recipe won’t disappoint. Layering flavors of beef, vegetables, and seasonings help make this soup taste very rich. Be sure to serve with some garlic bread.

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Steakhouse Steak Soup

Plaza III steak soup is rich, thick, and hearty. Some consider it to be more like a stew than a soup.

It was very popular at the restaurant in Kansas City. Unfortunately, the Plaza 3 restaurant has closed. The only way to enjoy this tasty soup is to make it at home with this copycat recipe.

A good beef soup really hits the spot when you need a little more comfort in your life. After an afternoon of shoveling the driveway or whenever you are feeling a tad under the weather, this Kansas City steak soup is going to restore your energy and brighten your day.

Thick and savory enough to satisfy your cravings but light enough to enjoy as a starter, this is one steak soup recipe that you don’t want to pass by.

What Makes Plaza III Steak Soup so Good?

This soup is extremely comforting and will leave you feeling nourished with the delicious ground steak and a surplus of veggies. Using both fresh and frozen vegetables adds variety and color to the soup, making it more appealing to the eye and to the palate.

This soup is anything but bland – the ground steak, beef consommé, and bouillon give it rich umami notes. This dish is so incredible that once you take a bite, you’ll find it impossible to stop eating. Trust me. It’s that good!  

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Those who miss the Plaza III restaurant can now enjoy its famous dish again in the comfort of their home. Even the pickiest eaters will enjoy this soup! This is a family-friendly meal that people of all ages love. You can serve it at potlucks or gatherings or as a hearty weeknight dinner.

This soup can be prepared within an hour of starting, and the final step is to let it simmer so that the flavors can meld together. This is perfect for busy individuals who have other tasks to attend to, as the soup can be left to gently simmer on its own and only stirred occasionally!

Ingredients

Here’s a list of what you need:

• Butter
• All-purpose flour
• Beef consommé
• Fresh Carrots
• Fresh Celery
• Onion
• Diced canned tomatoes
• Kitchen Bouquet
• Beef bouillon cube
• Ground Black Pepper
• MSG (Monosodium Glutamate)
• Frozen mixed vegetables with corn, green beans, and peas
• Ground steak (ground beef)

How to Make Steak Soup with Ground Beef

1. Sauté beef in a large skillet until browned and drain.
2. Place the butter in a soup pot and allow it to melt without browning.
3. Add flour and stir to form a smooth paste.
4. Cook the mixture over medium heat, without browning for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.

5. Add the consommé to the roux and stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
6. Bring to a full boil and add the carrot, celery, onion, tomatoes, and seasonings.
7. Stir and allow to regain a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the vegetables are just barely tender.
8. Add the frozen vegetables and browned ground steak.

9. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
10. Serve immediately.

Tips For Making and Serving Steak and Potato Soup

• Yes, you can eliminate the adding additional MSG. Most studies show MSG is not the monster some people make it out to be. However, if you are sensitive to MSG or want to reduce your sodium intake, don’t use it.
• Make a deluxe version of the soup by replacing the ground beef with sirloin steak. Cut an equal amount of sirloin by weight into quarter-inch cubes before following the recipe.

What to Serve with Steak Soup

Since this thick soup already contains tons of veggies and meat, it doesn’t need many accompaniments, except maybe a nice crusty bread or crackers. You can have some fun by serving it in a bread bowl. Or, make a delicious, buttery parmesan cheese garlic bread, or dinner rolls to serve with it.

Additionally, it tastes fantastic with a fresh salad, such as a classic wedge salad or a simple Caesar salad.

How to Store and Freeze Plaza III Soup

This soup is not only delicious as leftovers the next day, but you can also freeze it to extend its shelf life! This is an excellent option for meal prep. To keep it in the refrigerator, transfer it to an airtight container after it is cooled. It will last 3 to 4 days.

For best results, keep it in a sealed container when you freeze it, too. Label it with the date of preparation and when you should use it by, which is about three months from the preparation date.

How to Reheat This Soup

If you freeze it, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before you reheat it.

You can reheat this soup in the microwave or on the stovetop. The microwave is more convenient; just be sure to cover it with a paper towel and stir it halfway through the cooking time.

For the stovetop, heat it on medium-low until it simmers and the components are thoroughly heated. You don’t want to use super high heat that will scorch the bottom.

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