Combine two kid-friendly favorites – pizza and soup – to make the ultimate dinner mashup – Pepperoni Pizza Soup!
¼ cup turkey pepperoni slices, halved
1 small onion, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp dried oregano
1 (32 oz) container vegetable broth
1 (28 oz) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
2 tsp chopped fresh basil
Optional toppings: basil leaves, olives, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese
Add pepperoni to a Dutch oven and cook over medium-high heat until pepperoni renders its fat and gets crispy (about 3 to 4 minutes), stirring occasionally. Remove the pepperoni and set aside on paper towels.
Add onion and bell pepper to pan and saute for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic and oregano cooking another 2 minutes or until garlic is golden brown.
Stir in broth, tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, add pepperoni and simmer 10 to 12 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in basil. Ladle into individual bowls adding favorite toppings such as olives, mushrooms, and mozzarella. Serve with toasted bread, if desired.
The recipe is delicious as written but play around with the ingredients to meet your favorite pizza flavors. For example, swap the pepperoni for Italian sausage or meatballs, add mushrooms for more body (add these when you add the bell peppers), or serve with crusty sourdough versus whole wheat toast. The options are endless!
Find it online: https://holleygrainger.com/kid-friendly-pepperoni-pizza-soup/