1largegreen bell peppercleaned and chopped ** see notes
1largered bell peppercleaned and chopped
1/4cupbrown sugar
2teaspoonsItalian seasoning
2clovesgarlicminced
15ounce can tomato sauce
28ouncecan diced tomatoesundrained
2cupsbeef broth
2cupscooked ricewhite or brown
Instructions
Heat oil in dutch oven or large pot
Add ground beef, salt and pepper and cooked until almost done
Add diced onion and cook until soft
Add peppers and cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 5-8 minutes
Add brown sugar, Italian seasoning and garlic, continue stirring and cook 1 minute
Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth, stir until well combined
Bring mixture to a boil
Reduce to simmer and cover
Cook for 45-60 minutes or until heated through and flavors have had a chance to blend well
Stir in cooked rice and serve immediately.
Notes
Peppers - you can use all green or a combination of green and red peppers, you will need a total of about 2 cups choppedRice - if you are planning to have leftovers, only add rice to the soup you are eating immediately