Delicious Pizza Soup Recipe

Indulge in the flavors of your favorite pizza with this delicious pizza soup recipe. Filled with all the classic pizza toppings and a hearty tomato broth, this soup is a comfort food delight. It's easy to make and perfect for cold winter nights or a fun family dinner. Serve it with crusty bread for dipping and enjoy a taste of Italy in a bowl.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cooked pasta
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the mushrooms, black olives, and pepperoni. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the soup and stir well. Cook for another 5 minutes to heat the pasta through.
6. To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top each bowl with a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
7. Enjoy the pizza soup with crusty bread for dipping or a side salad for a complete meal.

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