Stuffed Pepper Soup: Hearty One-Pot Comfort in a Bowl

Stuffed Pepper Soup: A Cozy One-Pot Meal

Stuffed pepper soup is a hearty comfort food that tastes just like your favorite stuffed peppers in a warming, easy-to-make bowl. Perfect for chilly nights, this bell pepper soup combines savory ground beef, rice, and tomatoes for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients for Stuffed Pepper Soup

• 1 pound ground sirloin
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
• 4 cups beef broth
• ½ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• Pinch of sugar (optional)
• Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

How to Make Stuffed Pepper Soup

1. Brown the beef: In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground sirloin until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
2. Sauté the veggies: Add the onion, green bell peppers, and garlic to the pot and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
3. Combine tomatoes and broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth.
4. Add rice and seasonings: Mix in the rice, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and optional sugar.
5. Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
6. Garnish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Optionally, top with shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts & Tips

• Calories: 337 kcal per serving
• Protein: 19 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fat: 12 g

Tip: For a lighter version, swap ground sirloin for lean ground turkey and use low-sodium broth. Throw in extra veggies like zucchini or carrots for added color and nutrients.

Why This Stuffed Pepper Soup Works

Trust me, this stuffed pepper soup hits all the right notes: it’s hearty, flavorful, and comes together in one pot. The combination of tender rice, savory beef, and bright bell peppers delivers that classic stuffed pepper taste in an easy-to-scoop form. Plus, it’s an ideal family-friendly weeknight dinner that doubles as comforting leftovers.

Prep Time, Ratings & Serving Info

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 6
• Rating: 4.7 stars (544 reviews)

Your bowl of stuffed pepper soup is ready to enjoy, and it truly feels like a comforting hug in a bowl of stuffed pepper soup.