Stuffed Pepper Soup

Here’s a cozy, hearty recipe for Stuffed Pepper Soup—all the flavors of classic stuffed peppers, but in a comforting, easy-to-make bowl. It’s perfect for a chilly evening, meal prep, or family dinner.

🌶️ Stuffed Pepper Soup

🧺 Ingredients (Serves 4–6):

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground turkey

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 yellow onion, diced

• 2–3 bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

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

• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

• 4 cups beef or vegetable broth

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp dried basil

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, for depth)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• ¾ cup uncooked white or brown rice

• Optional garnish: chopped parsley, shredded cheese, or red pepper flakes

🍲 Instructions:

1. Brown the Meat:

   • In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.

   • Drain excess fat if needed.

2. Sauté the Veggies:

   • Add onion and bell peppers. Cook 4–5 minutes until slightly softened.

   • Stir in garlic and cook 1 more minute.

3. Add Liquids & Seasoning:

   • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, oregano, basil, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper.

4. Add Rice & Simmer:

   • Stir in uncooked rice.

   • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover.

   • Cook for 20–25 minutes, or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.

5. Taste & Serve:

   • Adjust salt and pepper if needed.

   • Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese or herbs if desired.

🧄 Grandma Mari’s Comforting Touch:

• She’d sometimes add a splash of cream or a handful of chopped spinach at the end.

• Use leftover cooked rice: Add it in the last 5 minutes to avoid mushiness.

• Pair it with a slice of buttered crusty bread or cornbread.