Description
Embark on a culinary journey with this Stuffed Pepper Soup, where the classic comfort of stuffed peppers is deconstructed and transformed into a heartwarming, soul-soothing bowl of goodness. Picture tender, lean ground beef, sautéed to perfection, melding seamlessly with a medley of sweet onions and vibrant bell peppers, all dancing in a rich, tomato-infused broth. The aromatic whispers of Italian seasoning and a gentle kick from red pepper flakes awaken your senses, while the fluffy white rice ensures every spoonful is hearty and satisfying. A final flourish of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness, culminating in a symphony of flavors that’s complex, comforting, and utterly irresistible.
Ingredients
1 tbsp. canola oil
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 medium sweet onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 (14.5-oz) cans diced tomatoes
1 (8-oz) can tomato sauce
3 c beef broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 c cooked white rice
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
In a pot or Dutch oven heat up the canola oil, over medium heat.
Add the ground beef using a spoon to break it apart. Cook until it turns brown and is fully cooked which should take 3 to 5 minutes. Once done drain any fat. Set the beef aside.
Into the pot add the onion and bell peppers. Stir them around. Cook until they become tender around 3 to 4 minutes.
Next add the garlic, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Keep stirring for a minute. Until you can smell their delightful aroma.
Bring back the beef. Mix in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and beef broth. Stir everything well. Season, with salt and pepper according to your taste.
Allow the soup to come to a boil before reducing the heat to let it simmer. Give it around 15 to 20 minutes for all those wonderful flavors to blend together perfectly.
Lastly, add in the rice and chopped parsley. Let them warm through for another 1 to 2 minutes.
Your Stuffed Pepper Soup is now ready! Serve it piping hot and savor every bite!
Notes
Converting this Stuffed Pepper Soup into a gluten-free version is quite simple and it guarantees that you won’t miss out on its comforting tastes. To start make sure to choose a certified gluten-free beef broth instead of the regular ones as they might contain gluten. Also carefully check the labels, on your canned tomatoes. Tomato sauce to ensure they don’t have any gluten-based additives. As for the ingredients like rice, fresh veggies and spices, they are naturally free, from gluten. However, it’s always an idea to double-check the spice labels to ensure they haven’t been processed in facilities that handle gluten. By making these choices you can savor a bowl of wholesome Stuffed Pepper Soup that is completely gluten-free while still bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
