Description
Discover the stuffed pepper soup, a hearty blend of seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and vibrant bell peppers simmered in a rich beef broth. This easy recipe features aromatic onion, garlic, and diced tomatoes, creating a comforting bowl perfect for quick weeknight meals. With Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, each spoonful delivers balanced flavor and satisfying texture. Ideal for families, this soup offers nutritious warmth and can be prepared in a slow cooker or stovetop for easy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup rice
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 bell peppers (red, green, yellow), chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, then drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until soft.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a crockpot, then add rice, diced tomatoes, bell peppers (chopped), and beef broth.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until the peppers and rice are tender.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes during the seasoning step. Leftovers freeze well for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: stuffed pepper soup, easy soup recipe, beef soup, slow cooker soup, comforting soups, budget friendly meals, weeknight dinner ideas, hearty soup recipes