UnStuffed Pepper Soup
Skip the hassle of stuffing peppers and let your slow cooker do the work. Crockpot UnStuffed Pepper Soup has all the hearty beef, peppers, and tomato goodness of traditional stuffed peppers – no tedious prep required. It’s a cozy, family-friendly dinner that practically makes itself.
Why You’ll Love It
- Classic stuffed pepper flavor – juicy peppers, savory beef, and rich tomato broth – without the tedious prep.
- Hands-off cooking that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a lazy weekend.
- Easy to double if you’re feeding a crowd or stocking the freezer.
- Low-Carb & Keto-Adaptable – Swap traditional rice for cauliflower rice for a guilt-free bowl.
- One-Pot Wonder – Less mess, more flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 pound ground beef, browned and drained
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 (14-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Place all the ingredients in the crockpot, except for the rice. Gently stir.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Add the cooked rice, stir, and serve. Enjoy!
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UnStuffed Bell Pepper Soup
Equipment
- 6-Quart Crock Pot or Larger
Ingredients
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 pound ground beef browned and drained
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 can tomato sauce 14oz
- 1 can diced tomatoes drained (14oz)
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in the crockpot, except for the rice. Gently stir ingredients.
- Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Add the cooked rice to the pot, stir, and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Tips for the Best Results
- Skip soggy rice: If you plan to store leftovers, don’t add the rice to the entire pot. Serve the soup in bowls and spoon in the rice just before eating. Rice left in the crockpot can turn gummy.
- Make it last: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Season to your taste: Adjust the salt or toss in crushed red pepper flakes for a little kick.
Low-Carb Option
Watching your carbs or following a keto plan? Swap the white rice for cooked cauliflower rice. You’ll keep all the hearty stuffed pepper flavor – seasoned ground beef, tender bell peppers, and rich tomato broth – while cutting the carbs. Add the cauliflower rice during the last few minutes of cooking so it stays tender-crisp.
Final Bite
This is the kind of recipe that does the heavy lifting while you go about your day. Whether it’s a chilly evening or you’re just craving something hearty and homemade, this Crockpot UnStuffed Pepper Soup delivers big comfort with minimal effort.
What’s your favorite cozy slow-cooker meal? Drop it in the comments – I’d love to hear your go-to comfort foods!
