Sausage Pizza Soup
Transform your favorite pizza night into a comforting bowl of hearty **Sausage Pizza Soup**, a delightful fusion of Italian flavors that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make. Loaded with savory Italian sausage, pepperoni, and the rich tang of crushed tomatoes, this soup boasts classic pizza toppings in every spoonful. Sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and garlic create a robust base, while a sprinkle of Italian seasoning ties it all together. Topped with melty mozzarella cheese and fresh basil, this soul-warming dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Pair it with crusty bread or breadsticks for a truly indulgent pizza-inspired experience everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Pepperoni slices, halved
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- optional Breadsticks or crusty bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and tomato paste. Mix well to combine.
Add the cooked sausage back to the pot, along with the Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the halved pepperoni slices and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Serve hot with breadsticks or crusty bread on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 248.7 g | 319% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.4 g | 457% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 559 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 12973 mg | 564% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.0 g | ||
| Protein | 162.1 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1324 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 4757 mg | 101% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
