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Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup: A Flavorful Delight!

A hearty and flavorful slow cooker soup that combines the classic taste of stuffed peppers with the convenience of a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 1 can 15 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup uncooked rice white or brown
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and transfer the meat to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the slow cooker.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir to combine.
  4. Add the uncooked rice, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the rice is tender.
  6. Once cooked, stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with lentils or a plant-based ground meat alternative.
  • Add additional vegetables like corn or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor.

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