Description
This Stuffed Peppers Soup combines all the classic flavors of stuffed bell peppers into a warm, comforting bowl. Featuring ground beef, sweet bell peppers, tomatoes, and tender rice simmered in a flavorful broth, this soup is easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups green bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
Liquids and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for about 3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Cook Peppers: Add the diced green and red bell peppers to the pot and cook for about 4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Add the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Add Rice and Heat Through: Stir in the cooked rice and continue to simmer the soup for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each with shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Brown rice can be substituted for white rice for a heartier texture and nuttier flavor.
- To achieve a thicker soup consistency, add a little extra cooked rice.
- This soup captures all the comforting, classic flavors of stuffed peppers with less prep and in a quick, easy-to-make format.
