Pizza Soup

RECIPE Ingredients:

1 pound of grass feed ground beef

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 small onion, finely chopped -

2 cloves garlic, minced -1

1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped -

1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped -

1/2 cup sliced pepperoni, chopped -

1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes -

1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce -

1 teaspoon dried oregano -

1 teaspoon dried basil -

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) -

4 cups chicken or vegetable broth -

1 cup small pasta (such as mini penne or elbow macaroni) -

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese -

Salt and pepper to taste -

Fresh basil leaves for garnish -

Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional) Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat cook out the ground beef then Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent. 2. Add the chopped green and red bell peppers, and sliced pepperoni to the pot. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers begin to soften. 3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Mix everything and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. 4. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. 5. Add the small pasta to the pot and cook according to the pasta package instructions until it's al dente. This typically takes about 8-10 minutes. 6. While the pasta is cooking, season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until it's fully melted and the soup is creamy. 8. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you prefer a spicier soup, you can add more red pepper flakes. 9. Ladle the pizza soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. 10. Serve hot, and enjoy your homemade Pizza Soup! ------------------------------------------------------------- Bon Appétit! ------------------------------------------------------------- Feel free to customize this recipe to your taste, and enjoy a comforting bowl of pizza-inspired soup!