Stuffed Pepper Soup

Recipe for making Stuffed Pepper Soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
• 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Shredded cheese for garnish (optional)
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add chopped onions, green and red bell peppers to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef or vegetable broth, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Add the cooked rice to the soup and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the soup is heated through.
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve the Stuffed Pepper Soup hot, garnished with shredded cheese and chopped parsley if desired.

Feel free to customize the recipe to your liking. You can also add other ingredients like black beans, corn, or additional herbs and spices to enhance the flavor. Enjoy your Stuffed Pepper Soup!