Description
Stuffed Pepper Soup is a comforting one-pot meal that brings the delightful flavors of stuffed peppers into a warm and nourishing bowl. This hearty dish features ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and tender rice simmered in a rich tomato broth, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or family gatherings. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful soup that’s not only easy to make but also perfect for meal prep. Customize it with your favorite ingredients or enjoy it as is—this versatile recipe is sure to impress everyone at the 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, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups cooked long grain white rice
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the onion and bell peppers in olive oil until soft. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Return the beef to the pot and mix in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Season with Worcestershire sauce, sugar (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice and fresh parsley just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg