Print

Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe: Hearty, Comforting & Full of Flavor

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A cozy and flavorful one-pot meal inspired by classic stuffed peppers. Packed with seasoned beef, tender rice, and sweet bell peppers in a rich tomato broth.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 or leaner)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 green bell pepper, diced

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)

  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

  • 4 cups beef broth (low sodium)

  • 1½ cups cooked white rice

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1 bay leaf

  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • Optional: ¼ tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

  • Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic.

  • Add bell peppers, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook 5 more minutes.

  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Add bay leaf.

  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 25–30 minutes.

  • Stir in cooked rice. Simmer another 5–10 minutes.

  • Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey or sausage for variation.

  • For freezing, omit rice and add fresh when reheating.

  • Swap white rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.