Stuffed Pepper Soup
Stuffed Pepper Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that delivers all the flavors of classic stuffed peppers in a savory soup. With ground beef, juicy tomatoes, green peppers, and rice, it’s the perfect one-pot meal for cozy evenings. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
6 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups chopped green peppers
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked long grain rice
Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
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In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat.
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Add the water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with juices), and chopped green peppers. Stir to combine.
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Stir in the brown sugar, salt, beef bouillon granules, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes.
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Add the cooked rice and stir until combined. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, until heated through.
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Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar as needed.
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Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap ground beef with plant-based meat or a mix of mushrooms, zucchini, and beans.
Spice things up by adding diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the soup.
You can use brown rice or quinoa for a different texture.
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