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Pizza Soup

Name: Pizza Soup with Italian Sausage and Pepperoni
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/4 cup mini pepperoni; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes; 1 cup pizza sauce; 1 tsp dried basil; 1 tbsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 4 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping; Cheesy garlic bread, for serving

Pizza Soup combines Italian sausage, pepperoni, and classic pizza seasonings in a tomato-based broth for an easy comfort meal that delivers pizza flavor without the crust.

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Total

30 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

1 lb Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup mini pepperoni
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 cup pizza sauce
1 tsp dried basil
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakesoptional
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for toppingoptional
Cheesy garlic bread, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the Italian sausage until browned.
2
Add the chopped onion, pepperoni, minced garlic, and chopped red bell pepper to the pot.
3
Sauté until the sausage is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
4
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and pizza sauce.
5
Add the dried basil, Italian seasoning, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
6
Pour in the chicken broth and stir everything together.
7
Bring the soup to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10 minutes.
8
Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
9
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and serve immediately, with cheesy garlic bread on the side if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Brown the Italian sausage thoroughly and break it into small, bite-sized pieces for even distribution throughout the soup.
Use fresh minced garlic rather than jarred; it delivers stronger flavor that stands up to the bold pizza seasonings.
Simmer for at least 15 minutes after combining ingredients to let the basil and Italian seasoning fully bloom into the broth.
Taste and adjust red pepper flakes and salt at the end—do not oversalt early as the pepperoni and seasonings are already salty.

Substitutions

Italian sausage → ground beef or spicy ground turkey (maintains similar fat and browning)
Pizza sauce → additional can of tomato sauce plus 1 tsp oregano (more tangy, less sweet)
Mini pepperoni → chopped pepperoni slices or omitted (reduces spice slightly)
Dried basil → 1 tbsp fresh basil added at the end (brighter, more delicate flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave.

Equipment

large pot or Dutch oven · cutting board and knife

Common Questions

Can I make Pizza Soup ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare through step 5, cool completely, and refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat. Flavor actually improves overnight as seasonings meld.