Description

If you love pizza and soup, you’re going to adore Pizza Soup! This warm, cheesy bowl combines savory sausage, tangy pizza sauce, melty mozzarella cheese, and crunchy croutons for a fun and flavorful twist on your favorite pizza. Quick, easy, and customizable, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or when you’re craving comfort food in a bowl.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb Italian pork sausage
½ cup onion, chopped
½ cup green pepper, chopped
4 cups water
2 (15-ounce) jars or cans pizza sauce
1 (6-ounce) package pepperoni, chopped
2 tomatoes, diced

Seasonings and Garnish

1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt and pepper, to taste
Shredded mozzarella cheese, for garnish
Croutons, for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the Sausage and Vegetables
Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, chopped onion, and green pepper. Cook until the sausage is browned and crumbled, stirring occasionally. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Drain any excess grease.
Add the Sauce and Liquids
Pour in the pizza sauce and 4 cups of water. Stir to combine.
Incorporate the Seasonings and Toppings
Add sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, dried basil, and rosemary. Stir in the chopped pepperoni and diced tomatoes.
Simmer the Soup
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors together.
Serve and Garnish
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded mozzarella cheese and croutons. Serve hot.

Notes

Drain the Sausage: Removing excess grease ensures the soup isn’t too heavy.
Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly diced tomatoes and high-quality pizza sauce elevate the flavor.
Let It Simmer: Simmering the soup brings out the best in the seasonings.
Adjust the Seasonings: Taste the soup and tweak the salt, pepper, and spices to your preference.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American