Stuffed pepper soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that captures all the deliciousness of traditional stuffed peppers in a comforting soup form.
Here’s a basic recipe to get you started: Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey) 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce 4 cups beef or chicken broth 1 cup cooked rice 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Salt and pepper to taste Optional toppings: shredded cheese, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions: In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the ground beef. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in diced green and red bell peppers and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth to the pot. Stir well to combine. Season the soup with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the soup cook for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir in cooked rice and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired. This soup is versatile, so feel free to customize it to your taste preferences. You can add additional vegetables like carrots or celery, adjust the seasoning, or even add a dash of hot sauce for some extra kick. Enjoy your delicious stuffed pepper soup!