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Easy One-Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup

Close-up of a white bowl filled with rich, tomato-based stuffed pepper soup featuring ground beef, rice, and chunks of red and green peppers.
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Make the flavors of classic stuffed peppers in a quick, hearty soup. This one-pot recipe uses ground beef, rice, and tomatoes for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped bell peppers. Cook for 3 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Add the oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Stir in the uncooked white rice. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. If the soup is too thick, add a little more water or broth.
  8. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.

Notes

  • For a lower carb version, omit the rice and add 1 cup of cauliflower florets with the peppers.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or ground sausage for the ground beef.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, stir in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of cold water during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

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