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Delicious bowl of stuffed pepper soup garnished with herbs

Stuffed Pepper Soup

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A warm and comforting soup that captures the flavors of classic stuffed peppers in a simple, spoonable form, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean beef for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped Mix of red, yellow, and green for variety.
  • 1 can fire-roasted tomatoes 14–15 oz can recommended.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Essential for aromatic flavor.
  • 1 cup rice Use white or brown rice as preferred.
  • 4 cups beef broth Homemade preferred, store-bought is fine.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Herb blend adds fantastic flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning.

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat if it looks excessive.
  3. Add the chopped bell peppers to the pot with the beef. Sauté 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the can of fire-roasted tomatoes (undrained) and the beef broth. Stir in the Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the rice, stir, and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover and cook until rice is tender: about 15–20 minutes for white rice or 35–40 minutes for brown rice.
  6. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. If the soup is thicker than you want, add a splash of water or extra broth. If you prefer a thicker, stew-like texture, simmer uncovered for a few minutes to reduce.
  7. Serve hot with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

For variations, swap ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for beef. Use quinoa instead of rice for a gluten-free option. Optional toppings include shredded cheddar, dolos of sour cream, or chopped fresh parsley.
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