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Hearty Crockpot Stuffed Pepper

Hearty Crockpot Stuffed Pepper: Amazing Slow Cooker Meal

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This hearty crockpot stuffed pepper soup with Italian sausage is a flavorful and easy-to-make comfort meal. It combines the taste of stuffed peppers with a rich tomato-based soup, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large green bell peppers, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 3 cups low-sodium beef broth or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional Garnishes: Fresh parsley (chopped), Shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese, Sour cream

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Combine browned sausage, sautéed onion and garlic, diced bell peppers, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, rice (or cauliflower rice), beef broth, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a crockpot. Stir well.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.
  5. Stir occasionally if possible. The rice will cook and absorb flavors.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. If the soup is too thick, add a splash more broth.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley, cheese, or sour cream before serving.

Notes

  • For a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice instead of white rice.
  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
  • This recipe is a deconstructed version of stuffed peppers, making it easier to prepare.
  • It’s a great example of a hearty slow cooker meal idea.
  • This recipe makes a hearty crockpot stuffed pepper casserole crockpot style dish, but in soup form.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American, Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: Approximately 400-500 (will vary based on sausage type and broth)
  • Sugar: Varies
  • Sodium: Varies (use low-sodium broth)
  • Fat: Varies
  • Saturated Fat: Varies
  • Unsaturated Fat: Varies
  • Trans Fat: Varies
  • Carbohydrates: Varies
  • Fiber: Varies
  • Protein: Varies
  • Cholesterol: Varies

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