– 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
– 1 cup chopped onion
– 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
– 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
– 4 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)
– 1 cup uncooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
– Shredded cheese (optional, for serving)
Creating Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot, over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or turkey) until browned. Break it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, approximately 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Liquids and Seasoning: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Cook the Rice: Once boiling, add the uncooked rice to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
5. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot, adding shredded cheese on top if you like.
Following these steps will guide you in creating an incredible and flavorful Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup effortlessly.