Pizza Soup

Who said pizza was just about crust and toppings? Dive into a bowl of our Pizza Soup and experience the flavors of your favorite slice in a warm, comforting broth. Perfect for those chilly evenings or when you’re in the mood for something a bit different, this recipe brings together the heartiness of Italian sausage, the tanginess of tomatoes, and the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of cheese. It’s like your beloved pizza transformed into a savory soup. So, grab a spoon, and let’s turn the pizza night on its head! 🍕🥣

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 pound Italian sausage (or ground turkey/chicken for a lighter option)
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup mini pepperoni (or regular pepperoni, sliced)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preparation: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and the onions translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add Meat: Crumble the Italian sausage into the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
5. Add Pepperoni: Stir in the mini pepperoni and allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each serving with a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. The heat from the soup will melt the cheese, giving you that pizza-like feel. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
7. Optional: For an added touch, serve with garlic bread on the side to dip into the soup, replicating the pizza crust experience.

Notes:
This soup is versatile. You can add other favorite pizza toppings like black olives, green peppers, or even diced pineapple for a “Hawaiian pizza” twist. Adjust ingredients to match your preferred pizza flavors.