Easy Pizza Soup Recipe
Who doesn’t love pizza? I mean what’s not to love when it’s loaded with toppings like pepperoni, sausage, and brimming with cheese. Guess what? This easy pizza soup recipe combines everything you love about crave-worthy pizza and a comforting bowl of soup, and rolls them into the best of both worlds! There’s plenty of juicy meatballs and tempting pepperoni, and I like to top my soup with both mozzarella and Parmesan cheese Also, to mimic pizza crust, I use toasted garlic bread or croutons which not only give extra pizza flavor, but they add a bit of crunchy texture which is nice with soup. However, my two favorite things about this pizza soup with pepperoni and meatballs are that it’s a one-pot recipe AND it’s a 30-minute meal recipe. It’s a perfect soup for chilly winter nights, especially on busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table fast with something everyone enjoys. This pizza soup is definitely a family favorite with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients in Pizza Soup with Pepperoni and Meatballs
To make homemade pizza soup, you’ll need the following easy-to-find and very common fridge and pantry ingredients including the following: And my easy pizza dip recipe is a fun party food recipe that’s quick to make and always a huge hit!
Olive oil White or yellow onion Green or red bell pepper Garlic Reduced sodium beef broth Marinara sauce Tomato paste Italian seasoning Granulated sugar – – I find a teaspoon or two of sugar really helps balance the flavor profile and makes the soup much more pleasant. It’s the same principle as adding sugar to any kind of red sauce or pasta sauce in Italian recipes. Cooked meatballs Pepperoni slices Garlic toast or large croutons, for garnishing Shredded mozzarella cheese, for garnishing – Use a block of cheese, and grate it yourself. Pre-shredded varieties contain anti-caking agents that prevent them from melting Parmesan cheese, for garnishing Fresh parsley, optional for garnishing Crushed red pepper flakes, optional for garnishing Salt and pepper, optional and to taste
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make Pizza Soup in 30 Minutes
Making pizza in a soup pot or Dutch oven on the stove is easy and so fast. 30 minutes is all you need for this comfort food recipe. Follow my easy and straightforward instructions:
Garlic Bread for Pepperoni Pizza Soup
There are a few ways to go with the bread that tops the soup which mimics “pizza crust” and adds some very welcome crispy and crunchy texture. Everything you’re adding has already been cooked so it’s really just a matter of simmering and letting the flavors marry. Then garnish and serve!
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