Stuffed Pepper Soup

Ingredients

• Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped)
• Shredded cheese (1/2 cup)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Italian seasoning (1 teaspoon)
• Cooked rice (1 cup)
• Beef broth (4 cups)
• Diced tomatoes (1 can (14.5 ounces))
• Tomato sauce (1 can (15 ounces))
• Bell peppers (2 large, diced)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 medium, diced)
• Ground beef (1 pound)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened.
3. Add the diced bell peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, cooked rice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
5. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with shredded cheese and fresh parsley.