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Stuffed Pepper Soup

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This easy-to-make stuffed pepper soup is loaded with bell peppers, ground meat, rice and seasonings, a family favorite that’s always a hit.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional, for spicy)
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 14-ounce cans diced tomatoes (fire roasted preferred)
  • 1 14-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1.5 cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice (or more to stretch the meal)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spicy)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Toppings: fresh chopped herbs, spicy chili flakes, crumbly white cheese, hot sauce, lime juice, any of your favorites

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot to medium heat and add olive oil. Heat through. Add onion and chopped peppers. Stir and cook about 5 minutes to soften.
  2. Add garlic and cook another minute, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook 7-8 minutes, until the meat is cooked through.
  4. Add paprika, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir and cook 1 minute.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and uncooked rice. Stir. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
  6. Simmer at least 20 minutes to let the flavors blend and the rice cook. You can simmer longer if you'd like (up to 1 hour).
  7. Serve into bowls and add your favorite toppings.

Notes

You can easily customize it with different meats like ground turkey, chicken, or pork, and adjust the spice to your liking. Try with homemade Cajun seasoning or Italian seasoning. Simmering longer deepens the flavor.

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