Pizza Soup Without Mushrooms – Hearty and Delicious

This Pizza Soup Without Mushrooms is perfect for anyone who loves the rich, savory flavors of pizza but prefers to skip the mushrooms. Packed with seasoned ground meat, crisp vegetables, and melted cheese, this recipe brings all your favorite pizza elements together in a warm, comforting bowl. It’s great for parties, cozy nights in, or as a hearty meal on chilly days.

Recipe Overview

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 500 g (1 lb) ground meat (mixed or beef)
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 150 g (1 cup) corn (drained if canned)
• 100 g (1/2 cup) black olives, sliced
• 1 can (400 g/14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 500 ml (2 cups) vegetable broth
• 200 ml (3/4 cup) heavy cream or cooking cream
• 150 g (1 1/2 cups) shredded mozzarella (plus extra for topping)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp sweet paprika powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Add the ground meat to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute to deepen the flavor.
Add the bell peppers, corn, and olives, mixing everything well. Season with paprika, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir well and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes over medium heat.
Add the cream and stir in the shredded mozzarella until melted, creating a creamy texture.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Serving Suggestions

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with extra mozzarella. For an extra cheesy finish, you can broil the soup briefly until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Serve with crusty bread or fresh baguette for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• Add Some Heat: Spice it up with chili flakes or diced hot peppers.
• Make It Vegetarian: Swap the ground meat for plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth.
• Extra Hearty: Add diced salami or cooked bacon for an even richer flavor.

This Pizza Soup Without Mushrooms is a crowd-pleaser—creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavors. It’s the perfect dish when you’re craving pizza but want something a little different!

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