Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef or turkey
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 2 cups diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
– 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
– 1 cup brown rice (uncooked)
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for serving)
– Fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
Instructions
Making Crockpot Stuffed Pepper Soup is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey. Drain excess grease and set it aside.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: Chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
3. Combine Ingredients: In the Crockpot, combine the browned meat, chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, diced tomatoes, broth, brown rice, Italian seasoning, paprika, and salt and pepper.
4. Stir Well: Mix all the ingredients together until it’s well combined.
5. Cook: Cover and set the Crockpot to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
6. Check Rice: About 30 minutes before it’s done, check to see if the rice is tender. Add a little more broth if necessary.
7. Serve: Once cooked through, ladle the soup into bowls. Top with shredded cheese, if desired, and garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
These steps will lead you to a hearty bowl of flavor-packed soup that you and your family will cherish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 22g