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5-Star Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe

5-Star Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe
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5 from 6 reviews

This comforting 5-Star Stuffed Pepper Soup combines all the flavors of classic stuffed peppers in a hearty, flavorful soup. Ground beef, bell peppers, tomatoes, and rice come together in a savory tomato broth seasoned perfectly with Italian herbs, garlic, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped

Tomato Base

  • 3 (8-ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (14-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained

Liquids & Seasonings

  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon black pepper

Grains

  • 1⅓ cups instant rice (see recipe notes for substituting long grain white or brown rice)

For Serving

  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: In a large pot, cook the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat for 7-8 minutes until the beef is fully browned and onions are translucent. Drain any excess liquid and return the pot to the stove.
  2. Add vegetables and liquids: Stir in the chopped bell peppers, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with their juice, beef broth, water, brown sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Simmer the soup: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the peppers to soften.
  4. Cook the rice: Stir in the instant rice and continue simmering for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the rice is tender. If you prefer a thinner soup, add additional beef broth at this stage. Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or freshly grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor and freshness.

Notes

  • You can substitute instant rice with long grain white or brown rice, but increase cooking time accordingly and add more liquid.
  • For a leaner soup, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
  • Adjust spice levels by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne if you like a little heat.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: stuffed pepper soup, ground beef soup, tomato soup with rice, hearty soup, comfort food soup

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