Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Pepper Soup Recipe, a comforting dish that transforms the beloved flavors of Italian stuffed peppers into a hearty soup. With a rich tomato base, vibrant spices, and the satisfying bite of sausage and rice, this recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and easily customizable with leftover vegetables or proteins, this one-pot wonder promises to please your taste buds without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Serve with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a delightful meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb hot Italian sausage (or lean ground turkey/beef)
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4–6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup uncooked white rice
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Fresh herbs (basil, oregano, parsley)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the sausage with chopped onions for about 4 minutes.
- Add chopped bell peppers and minced garlic; sauté for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, rice, broth, and herbs; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 8-12 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot topped with mozzarella cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg