Description
Indulge in a bowl of our delectable Pepper Soup Recipe, a delightful twist on classic stuffed peppers. This heartwarming dish is packed with juicy Italian sausage, vibrant bell peppers, zesty tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, all simmered together to create a comforting, flavorful experience. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this one-pot wonder, making it perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Its versatility allows for any vegetables on hand to be included, ensuring nothing goes to waste. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with crusty bread for an extra touch of comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb hot Italian sausage (or lean ground beef/turkey)
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4–6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 3/4 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 6 cups low sodium beef broth
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella for serving
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, brown the sausage and onions for about four minutes.
- Add the chopped bell peppers, garlic, and red pepper flakes; sauté until tender.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, rice, broth, and herbs; mix well.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer covered for 8-12 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese; adjust seasoning if needed and serve topped with mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg