Description
All the flavors of your favorite pizza, now in a cozy, spoonable bowl! This soup combines savory Italian sausage, crispy pepperoni, tender veggies, and a rich tomato-broth base for the ultimate comfort food. Make a double batch for easy weeknight meals or freezer-friendly prep.
Ingredients
Meats & Protein:
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2 lbs ground Italian sausage (hot or mild, or turkey/chicken sausage)
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6 oz sliced pepperoni, chopped
Vegetables & Aromatics:
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2 medium onions, chopped
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2 green bell peppers, chopped
Tomato Base:
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2 (28 oz) cans diced tomatoes, undrained (fire-roasted optional)
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2 (15 oz) cans tomato sauce
Broth & Seasoning:
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4 cups beef bone broth (or regular beef broth)
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5 tsp Italian seasoning
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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2–4 tbsp sugar (start with 2)
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Salt & pepper to taste
Cheese Finish:
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2 cups shredded mozzarella
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½ cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
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Brown the meats: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook sausage and chopped pepperoni over medium heat. Leave 1–2 tbsp of rendered fat for flavor.
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Sauté veggies: Add onions and bell peppers. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened and aromatic.
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Build the broth: Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, Worcestershire, Italian seasoning, and sugar. Stir well. Taste and adjust sugar, salt, and pepper. Add red pepper flakes for heat if desired.
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Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes.
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Cheese finale: Remove from heat. Gradually stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until creamy and melted
Notes
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Greasy Soup: Drain extra fat or chill and skim off the solidified fat.
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Slow Cooker Friendly: Brown meats first, then cook everything (except cheese) on LOW 6–8 hrs or HIGH 3–4 hrs. Add cheese just before serving.
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Cheese Clumping: Add cheese off the heat and shred your own for smooth melting.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 Cal Per Serving
- Fat: 26 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g