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Stuffed Pepper Soup

A hearty and comforting soup that captures the flavors of classic stuffed peppers with ground beef, onions, rice, and bell peppers in a tomato-based broth. Perfect for chilly nights and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
  3. Add diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot; sauté until vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
  5. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; bring the soup to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to blend flavors.
  7. Stir in cooked rice and heat through for 5 more minutes.
  8. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Notes

This soup is a quick and easy alternative to traditional stuffed peppers, offering all the flavor without the long baking time. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal. You can customize by adding different colored bell peppers or substituting ground turkey for beef.

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