Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Cuisine: American Comfort Food
• Category: Soup / Dinner
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings
• Keywords: stuffed pepper soup, one-pot dinner, cozy soup, ground beef, bell pepper

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 bell peppers (red, green, yellow), chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup cooked white rice (or uncooked rice, see tips)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add diced onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
3. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20–25 minutes to develop flavor.
5. Add the cooked rice and stir. Simmer an additional 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley or shredded cheese if desired.

Troubleshooting & Consistency Tips

• Too thick? Add extra broth or water to loosen the soup.
• Too thin? Simmer uncovered longer or add more cooked rice.
• Want it creamier? Stir in a splash of heavy cream or shredded cheese before serving.

Storage & Make-Ahead

Store cooled soup in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding extra broth if the soup thickens too much after storage.

Why This Recipe Works

This soup brings all the flavor of traditional stuffed peppers—savory beef, sweet peppers, rich tomato sauce—into an easy and quick format. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights.

Expert Tips

• Use fire-roasted tomatoes for extra depth.
• Try ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
• Uncooked rice? Add it with the broth and simmer 20+ minutes until tender.