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Stuffed Pepper Soup

Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup

Melena
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 2–3 bell peppers mixed colors, diced
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice low-carb option
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Brown the Meat: Heat olive oil in a pot, cook beef until browned, add onion and garlic, sauté 2–3 min.
  • Cook the Peppers: Add diced bell peppers, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook 5 min until slightly softened.
  • Simmer Soup: Add broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer 25–30 min.
  • Add Rice: Stir in cooked rice or cauliflower rice before serving.
  • Serve: Adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley or cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Low-carb: Use cauliflower rice instead of rice.
  • Vegetarian: Replace meat with lentils or plant-based protein; use vegetable broth.
  • Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
  • Cheesy: Stir in mozzarella or cheddar before serving.