As winter's chill creeps in, you crave something warm, comforting, and just a tad indulgent. This one-pot cheesy pizza soup is the perfect dish. It has all the pizza goodness like rich tomato base, gooey cheeses, fragrant herbs, and pepperoni; all blended into a creamy, heartwarming soup. Simple to prepare and perfect for cosy nights, family dinners, or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
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2 TbspOlive oil
1 smallOnion (diced)
1Bell pepper (diced)
2Garlic cloves (minced)
1 tspDried oregano
1 tspDried basil
¼ tspRed pepper flakes
2 cupsTomatoes (diced)
¼ cupTomato paste
4 cupsChicken or vegetable broth
½ cupHeavy cream
½ cupParmesan cheese (grated)
1 cupMozzarella cheese (shredded)
½ cupPepperoni slices (halved)
½ tspSalt
¼ tspBlack pepper
optionalCroutons
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Directions
Description - Step 1
Build the flavour base
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper, and cook until soft. Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant.
Description - Step 2
Simmer the soup
Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth of your choice. Bring it to a boil, and then reduce the heat and let it simmer to allow flavours to meld.
Description - Step 3
Blend to your liking
Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preference.
Description - Step 4
Make it cheesy
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Cook on low heat until the cheeses melt completely.
Description - Step 5
Finish & serve
Add pepperoni and simmer briefly. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and add croutons on top if desired.
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