Description
Experience the comforting warmth of this Pepper Soup Recipe, a delightful twist on traditional stuffed peppers. This one-pot dish combines juicy Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and zesty tomatoes into a hearty soup that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Topped with melty mozzarella and freshly grated Parmesan, this recipe is quick to prepare and delivers a burst of flavor in just 35 minutes. It’s versatile enough to accommodate various ingredients you have on hand, making it an adaptable favorite for everyone. Enjoy every spoonful of this cozy meal that’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb hot Italian sausage
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 4–6 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Freshly shredded mozzarella for serving
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, brown the hot Italian sausage with chopped onions for about four minutes.
- Add red and green bell peppers, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes; sauté for an additional two to three minutes until tender.
- Stir in all remaining ingredients except the cheeses.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for about 8-12 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, topped with freshly shredded mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg