Stuffed Pepper Soup : Hearty, Cozy, and Full of Flavor
All the bold, comforting flavors of stuffed peppers—without the fuss. This Stuffed Pepper Soup is loaded with seasoned ground beef, sweet bell peppers, tomatoes, and tender rice, all simmered in a savory broth. It’s a one-pot wonder that’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or curling up with on a chilly day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–8 hours (depending on setting)
- Total Time: 3–8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with garlic and onions
3 cups beef broth
1 cup cooked rice
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeds removed, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeds removed, chopped
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried basil
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of fat and set beef aside.
In the same skillet, sauté onions until soft and translucent. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer beef and onions to a slow cooker. Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, cooked rice, and chopped bell peppers.
Stir in oregano, basil, and bay leaf.
Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6–8 hours.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove bay leaf before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g