Delicious Pizza Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 medium Onion (peeled and quartered)
• 1 lb Italian Sausage (remove from casing if linked, use mild or spicy)
• 1 Red Bell Pepper (quartered)
• 12 slices Pepperoni (cut into quarters)
• 2 28‑oz cans Crushed Tomatoes (no added herbs)
• 1 6‑oz can Tomato Paste
• 32 fl oz Chicken or Beef Broth (low‑sodium preferred)
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded, preferably whole‑milk)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated, optional)
• 1 pinch Garlic Salt (optional topping)

Instructions

1. Prep the vegetables

   Quarter the half onion, cut the red bell pepper into quarters, and slice the pepperoni into quarters using the food chopper or a knife.

   Time: PT5M

2. Brown the sausage and sauté onions

   Heat the non‑stick pot over medium‑high. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with the meat chopper, and cook until fully browned. Add the quartered onion and continue to sauté until the onion softens.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium-High

3. Add bell pepper and aromatics

   Stir in the quartered red bell pepper, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and the minced garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

4. Incorporate tomatoes, broth, and pepperoni

   Add the two cans of crushed tomatoes, the can of tomato paste, 32 fl oz broth, and the quartered pepperoni. Mix well to combine.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Simmer the soup

   Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to medium‑low and let it simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bell pepper is tender and the soup thickens slightly.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: Medium

6. Melt the cheese

   Stir in the shredded mozzarella (and optional Parmesan) until fully melted and the soup is glossy.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Low

7. Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle a pinch of garlic salt if desired, and serve with crusty bread or enjoy as‑is for a low‑carb meal.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

380

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

22 g

Fiber

4 g