You Won't Believe This Frozen Pizza Soup Hack

Ingredients

• 1 medium (12‑inch) Frozen Pizza (Break in half; can use fresh pizza or homemade crust as substitute)
• 3.5 cups Water (Heat to 180°F (warm, not boiling) before adding)
• 2 cups Water (Hot water (just boiled) for second addition)
• 1 handful Fresh Basil Leaves (Torn roughly)
• 1 handful Fresh Oregano Leaves (Torn roughly)
• 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper (To taste)
• 1/2 tsp Salt (To taste)
• 1 tsp Granulated Garlic (Garlic Powder) (Adds garlic flavor)
• 1 tsp Hot Pepper Flakes (Sprinkled on each bowl for heat)

Instructions

1. Break the Pizza

   Place the frozen pizza on a cutting board and break it in half using a chef's knife or your hands.

   Time: PT2M

2. Heat First Portion of Water

   Measure 3.5 cups of water and heat it on the stove until it reaches about 180°F (warm, not boiling).

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 180°F

3. Combine Pizza and Water

   Place the pizza halves in the large pot and pour the warm water over them, ensuring the pizza is fully submerged. Cover with the lid.

   Time: PT1M

4. Bring to a Boil

   Turn the burner to high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.

   Time: PT5M

5. Add Herbs and Seasonings

   Tear the fresh basil and oregano and add them to the pot. Sprinkle in black pepper, salt, and granulated garlic to taste.

   Time: PT2M

6. Simmer First 5 Minutes

   Stir gently with the spurtle, replace the lid, and let the soup simmer for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

7. Emulsify the Soup

   Reduce the heat to medium‑low and vigorously stir (emulsify) the soup until it looks slightly creamy and the ingredients are well combined.

   Time: PT2M

8. Add Second Portion of Water

   Measure 2 cups of hot water (just boiled) and pour it into the pot, stirring to combine.

   Time: PT1M

9. Final Simmer

   Cover the pot again and let the soup cook for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors.

   Time: PT5M

10. Serve and Add Heat

    Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle each serving with hot pepper flakes to taste.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

1 g