Description
This hearty Pizza Soup combines the classic flavors of pizza in a comforting, easy-to-make soup. Featuring sausage, pepperoni, melted mozzarella, and Italian seasonings simmered in a rich tomato broth, it’s the perfect cozy meal for pizza lovers craving something different.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Cheese
- 1 lb sausage, crumbled
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- Fresh basil for garnish
Liquids and Seasonings
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, add the crumbled sausage and cook until fully browned. Drain any excess fat to keep the soup from becoming greasy.
- Sauté vegetables: Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and become fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Simmer the base: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add pepperoni and cheese: Stir in the pepperoni slices and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Cook until the cheese melts into the soup, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting taste of pizza in a bowl.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage and pepperoni with plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth.
- You can adjust the spiciness by using spicy Italian sausage or adding red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop.
- Adding cooked pasta or croutons can enhance the texture and heartiness of the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
