Description
Stuffed Pepper Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich flavors and hearty ingredients to create a dish that warms both the heart and home. This easy one-pot meal features ground beef, fresh bell peppers, and rice simmered in a savory tomato broth, making it perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings. Its versatility allows you to customize it with your favorite proteins or vegetables, ensuring each bowl is uniquely satisfying. Whether served at family dinners or cozy gatherings with friends, this soup guarantees smiles all around.
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 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked long grain white rice
- Fresh Italian parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add diced onion and bell peppers to the pot; sauté until soft (about five minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another thirty seconds.
- Mix in the cooked beef along with diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- If not saving leftovers, stir in cooked rice and parsley; simmer for one to two minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot with desired garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg