Stuffed Pepper Soup: A Cozy Autumn Delight
Warm up your chilly evenings with this comforting stuffed pepper soup! Bursting with the flavors of tender bell peppers, savory ground meat, fluffy rice, and a rich tomato broth, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. With its vibrant colors and delightful aroma, this soup will hug you from the inside out and leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 2 cups bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat; add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and ground meat; cook until browned, breaking it apart as needed.
- Stir in diced bell peppers until slightly softened.
- Add rinsed rice, tomato sauce, and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; add fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg