Stuffed Bell Pepper Soup

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This is a recipe that i've been playing around with for a few months. i had stuffed pepper soup for the first time at a restaurant and was determined to try and copy it. i've made this version several times and think i've finally got it -- 3 people have requested a copy of it and that's usually a pretty good indication that my recipe has arrived". i hope you will try it."

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Steps

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Brown the ground beef , onion and garlic in large pot or dutch oven.

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Then add the chopped green bell pepper.

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Cook until the pepper is starting to get tender.

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Add rest of the ingredients , except cheese and rice and bring to a slow boil over low heat , stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

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Decrease heat to a simmer and cover.

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Simmer slowly for 30 minutes , stirring often.

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Add the rice and cook another 15 minutes , stirring and watching carefully.

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This soup can get pretty thick in a short amount of time.

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Add 1 cup of the cheese and stir until melted.

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Sprinkle individual servings with a little bit more of shredded cheddar cheese.

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Ingredients

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lean ground beef, sweet onion, garlic, stewed tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, cooked long-grain rice, green bell peppers, beef consomme, beef broth, brown sugar, worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, v8 vegetable juice, sharp cheddar cheese