Steaming bowls of Stuffed Pepper Soup bring the comforting flavors of a home-cooked meal to your table with the heartiness of stuffed peppers but in a simpler, soup form.
This recipe, inspired by the classic dish, incorporates all the beloved ingredients into a savory broth that cooks to perfection while you go about your day. It’s a fuss-free way to deliver a nourishing, flavor-packed meal that the entire family can enjoy on any chilly evening.
A Slow Cooker Delight
The beauty of this Stuffed Pepper Soup lies in its ease of preparation and the depth of flavors developed over the slow cooking process. It’s perfect for those days when you want a comforting meal without the hassle of extensive kitchen time.
Prepare it in the morning, set your slow cooker, and come home to a delicious, ready-to-serve dinner that smells as good as it tastes.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes active; 4 hours inactive Cooking Time: 4 hours Serving: 8 servings Equipment: Large pan or skillet, slow cooker
Recipe Title: Stuffed Pepper Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes with garlic and onions
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, seeds removed, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the fat and set the beef aside.
- Return the skillet to the heat and add the finely chopped onions, sautéing until they are softened and translucent. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
- Transfer the cooked beef and onions to the slow cooker.
- Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, cooked rice, chopped green and red bell peppers to the slow cooker.
- Season the mixture with oregano, basil, and add a bay leaf.
- Stir everything to combine well and ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 3 hours, or on low for 6-8 hours, depending on your schedule.
- Once the cooking time is complete, remove the bay leaf, taste the soup, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls.
Savor Every Spoonful
This Stuffed Pepper Soup encapsulates the essence of homely comfort food with every spoonful bursting with robust flavors. It’s a dish that promises warmth and satisfaction, making it the perfect choice for a cozy dinner.
