Teresa's Stuffed Pepper Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with classic comfort, Teresa's Stuffed Pepper Soup delivers all the flavors of traditional stuffed peppers in an easy, one-pot meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring tender ground beef, vibrant green and red bell peppers, fragrant garlic, and a medley of spices, this soup simmers to perfection in a rich tomato-based broth infused with beefy goodness. The addition of uncooked white rice allows it to cook right in the pot, soaking up all the delicious flavors and creating a filling, satisfying dish. Ready in under an hour, this comforting recipe is ideal for families and can be easily customized with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream for added flair. Perfect for cooler nights, this stuffed pepper soup is a flavorful and wholesome way to enjoy a beloved classic in a bowl.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups beef broth
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 0.75 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside, draining any excess grease if necessary.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the diced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Return the cooked ground beef to the pot. Add the beef broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the uncooked rice, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using). Stir well.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3350.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2043.6

Total Fat 93.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 8606.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 42.0g
Protein 116.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 353.2mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3766.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 36.9%