Description
Simple stuffed pepper soup brings classic comfort to your dinner table with ground beef, bell peppers, and rice simmering in a rich tomato broth. Wholesome ingredients blend perfectly, creating a satisfying meal packed with bold flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 4 cups beef broth
Vegetables:
- 4 bell peppers (any color, chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) diced tomatoes
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or wild)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauteing)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare ground beef by browning it in a large pot with heated olive oil, breaking the meat into small crumbles and draining any excess fat.
- Introduce chopped onions, minced garlic, and bell peppers to the pot, sautéing until the vegetables become translucent and slightly softened.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Elevate the mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce heat to create a gentle simmer that allows flavors to meld and vegetables to become tender.
- Allow the soup to continue simmering for approximately 25 minutes, periodically stirring to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Incorporate cooked rice into the soup, letting it warm through and absorb the rich, savory liquid for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced and robust flavor profile.
- Carefully ladle the piping hot soup into serving bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch of color and added freshness.
- Accompany the soup with crusty bread or crisp crackers to complement the hearty, comforting meal.
Notes
- Drain excess beef fat thoroughly to prevent a greasy soup texture and reduce unnecessary calories.
- Use lean ground beef (90/10) for a healthier version of this comforting recipe without sacrificing rich flavor.
- Consider swapping white rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative that maintains the soup’s hearty essence.
- Customize heat levels by adding red pepper flakes or using spicier bell pepper varieties like jalapeño for those who enjoy extra kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg