Go Back
+ servings
Pepperoni Pizza Soup

Comforting Pepperoni Pizza Soup for Cozy Weeknights

This Pepperoni Pizza Soup brings the beloved flavors of classic pizza in a cozy bowl, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Italian sausage for a different flavor
  • 1 cup Chopped Onion yellow or white onions work best
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic gives the best taste
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes can use fresh tomatoes if preferred
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce additional crushed tomatoes can be used in a pinch
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or vegetable broth for a lighter option
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano essential for Italian flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil complements oregano
  • 0.5 tsp Salt adjust according to taste
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper adjust according to preference
  • 1 cup Mini Pepperoni or regular pepperoni cut if needed
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella substitute with provolone for a different taste
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Parmesan optional to leave out if not available
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, can substitute with basil for a different herb profile
For Serving
  • 1 loaf Crusty Garlic Bread perfect for dipping
  • 1 cup Fresh Salad great sidekick to balance the meal

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease and set aside.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the same pot, reducing heat to medium. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, around 5-7 minutes.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce, followed by beef broth. Stir in dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Allow to come to a gentle boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let simmer for at least 20 minutes to meld flavors together.
  5. Remove the lid and add mini pepperoni. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with crusty garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Can be frozen for 2-3 months; reheat on stovetop or microwave until hot before serving.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!