A comforting and hearty soup that combines the flavors of stuffed peppers with ground beef, rice, and a rich tomato base. This Stuffed Pepper Soup is easy to make and perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Soup, Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the soup:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
4cups beef broth
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1cup cooked white rice (or brown rice)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: shredded cheddar or Parmesan for topping
Instructions
Heat olive oil and cook beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
Cook veggies: Add the onion and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add remaining ingredients: Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 25–30 minutes.
Finish the soup: Stir in the cooked rice and simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat, adjust seasoning, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve: Serve hot with optional shredded cheese on top.
Notes
For a lower-carb option, substitute cauliflower rice.
This soup tastes even better the next day and can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.