Pizza Soup Recipe

Introduction

Pizza Soup is a comforting and flavorful twist on classic Italian pizza, transformed into a hearty, warming bowl. Packed with sausage, pepperoni, and melted mozzarella, this soup brings all your favorite pizza ingredients together in an easy-to-make meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 2 garlic cloves (finely diced)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 can (14 oz / 400g) crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 4 oz pepperoni (quartered)
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 6-8 fresh basil leaves
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese (grated)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
2. Step 2: Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pot and sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Step 3: Stir in the garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and dried marjoram. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and sugar. Add the quartered pepperoni and chicken stock. Stir well to combine, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Step 5: Stir in the shredded fresh basil leaves and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
6. Step 6: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with grated mozzarella cheese. Let the cheese melt for a couple of minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic and herbs.
• Use turkey sausage or plant-based sausage for a lighter or vegetarian version.
• Swap chicken stock with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
• Top with fresh Parmesan or chopped fresh parsley for added flavor.

Storage

Store leftover pizza soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or broth if the soup thickens too much. Avoid adding the mozzarella before storing to keep it fresh and add it when reheating or serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this soup ahead of time?

Yes, pizza soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. Prepare it in advance, refrigerate, and reheat before serving. Add the mozzarella cheese fresh each time.

Is this soup spicy?

This recipe is mildly spiced with Italian sausage and pepperoni. You can easily adjust the heat by adding red pepper flakes or using spicy sausage to suit your taste.

Pizza Soup Recipe

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This hearty Pizza Soup combines classic pizza flavors into a comforting bowl of soup. Featuring Italian sausage, pepperoni, crushed tomatoes, and fresh basil, topped with melted mozzarella cheese, it’s a perfect rich and savory dish that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop. The soup simmers with aromatic herbs and spices, creating a delicious meal reminiscent of a favorite pizza, served as a cozy soup.

• Author: Ruby
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 2 garlic cloves (finely diced)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 can (14 oz / 400g) crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 4 oz pepperoni (quartered)
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 6–8 fresh basil leaves
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese (grated)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Brown the Sausage: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pot with the sausage. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables soften and become translucent.
3. Add Aromatics and Herbs: Stir in the finely diced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and dried marjoram. Cook for another minute, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes fragrant.
4. Combine Tomatoes and Stock: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken stock. Add the sugar and quartered pepperoni. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
5. Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Add Fresh Basil and Season: Stir in the shredded fresh basil leaves. Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
7. Serve with Mozzarella: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and sprinkle each with grated mozzarella cheese. Let the heat from the soup melt the cheese slightly before serving.

Notes

• You can substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock for a slightly lighter soup.
• For a spicier soup, consider adding red pepper flakes while cooking the aromatics.
• This soup pairs well with crusty bread or garlic bread for dipping.
• Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
• To make it vegetarian, omit the sausage and pepperoni, adding extra vegetables or plant-based sausage alternatives.

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