Beefy Mushroom Soup - Chef Kip Peters, Executive Chef, South Bend Country Club

Here's another hearty and tasty soup from Chef Peters that's easy to make and can be a meal in itself.

Ingredients:

2 lb. lean sirloin steak, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup of olive oil
1/2 cup flour
1 qt. beef broth
3 whole bay leaves
salt and pepper to taste

In a large soup pot saute beef, onions, mushrooms and garlic in olive oil.  Add flour and stir to form a roux.  Add beef broth and bay leaves.  Bring to a boil and simmer for about 30 minutes.  Taste and adjust seasonings.  Makes 8 servings.