Stuffed Pepper Soup by The Country Cook

– 1 pound lean ground beef
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 green bell peppers, diced into 1-inch pieces
– 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice (rinse rice before use)
– 1 tbsp sugar
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– salt and pepper, to taste (about a teaspoon each)
– 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
– 1 (10 oz) can tomato soup
– 6 cups chicken broth (or beef broth)
– shredded cheddar cheese (optional) (for serving)

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 4 min
Total Time: 32 min