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Stuffed Pepper Soup

Delicious Stuffed Pepper Soup: Comfort in Every Spoonful

Enjoy the warmth and nostalgia of Stuffed Pepper Soup with this quick, hearty dish packed with bell peppers, ground beef, and rice in a rich tomato broth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute with vegetable oil if desired
  • 1 medium Onion any variety works well
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced for best flavor
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can swap for ground turkey or chicken
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers mix red, green, and yellow
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning oregano or basil can work too
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin optional
For the Broth
  • 4 cups Beef Broth use low-sodium
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes drained well
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce crushed tomatoes work as substitute
For the Carbs
  • 1 cup White Rice or brown rice or cauliflower rice
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce optional
For Garnishing
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley or Basil cilantro can be an alternative

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Stuffed Pepper Soup
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  2. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in diced bell peppers, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and ground cumin. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in white rice. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup can be made ahead of time, and leftovers taste even better the next day. Garnish right before serving for optimal freshness.

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