Description
Stuffed Pepper Soup is the ultimate comfort dish that combines the beloved flavors of classic stuffed peppers into a hearty, warming soup. This delightful one-pot meal features a rich tomato base infused with ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Not only is this recipe easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, but it’s also highly adaptable to suit various tastes and dietary preferences. Whether you enjoy it as is or customize it with additional vegetables or proteins, Stuffed Pepper Soup is sure to be a hit at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cans (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups cooked long grain white rice
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese and fresh parsley
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a Dutch oven over medium heat; season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté onion and bell peppers in olive oil until soft; add garlic and cook briefly.
- Stir in browned beef, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth along with Worcestershire sauce and Italian seasoning.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes on medium-low heat.
- Add cooked rice just before serving; stir in fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with cheese if using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg