Quick Pizza Soup with Ground Beef
Quick Pizza Soup with Ground Beef is a cozy, flavorful dish that captures the essence of your favorite pizza in a hearty soup form. Loaded with savory ground beef, colorful vegetables, and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, this recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Ready in under an hour, it’s easy to customize with your favorite pizza toppings for a fun twist on comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté for about five minutes until soft.
- Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for an additional two minutes.
- Pour in canned tomatoes with juices and pizza sauce; stir well.
- Add beef broth and Italian seasoning; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for ten minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded mozzarella cheese, alongside crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter option. Spice up the soup with red pepper flakes or add extra veggies like mushrooms or zucchini. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to three days; reheat on the stovetop.