Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Pepper Soup Recipe, a delightful one-pot meal that channels the classic taste of stuffed peppers into a rich, hearty soup. Bursting with Italian flavors, this dish features juicy sausage, aromatic herbs, and a vibrant tomato broth that will keep your family coming back for more. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, it’s incredibly adaptable—simply toss in any leftover vegetables or proteins you have on hand. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying bowl of goodness that’s both easy to prepare and clean up afterward!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb hot Italian sausage
- 1 small yellow onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 4–6 garlic cloves
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 14.5 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- Fresh herbs (basil, oregano, parsley)
- 6 cups low sodium beef broth
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the Italian sausage with chopped onions for about four minutes.
- Add chopped bell peppers, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes; sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drain excess grease, then mix in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, rice, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 8-12 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve topped with shredded mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg