Cozy Stuffed Pepper Soup
A delightful and nourishing meal that brings the comfort of stuffed peppers into a warm and hearty soup, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup rice, uncooked
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot over medium heat, pour in the olive oil.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Toss in the diced green, red, and yellow bell peppers. Cook for a few minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon until it is nicely browned.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), broth, uncooked rice, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil then reduce the heat to let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and cooked through.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Customize this soup by adjusting the heat level with spices, using different meats, or adding more vegetables. It's a one-pot meal, perfect for less clean-up.