Hearty Stuffed Pepper Soup - Perfect Comfort Food - My Homemade Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey for a leaner option).
• 1 onion, finely chopped.
• 3 cloves garlic, minced.
• 3 bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), chopped.
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes.
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes.
• 4 cups beef broth.
• 1 cup cooked white or brown rice.
• 1 teaspoon dried basil.
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
• Salt and black pepper to taste.
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat).
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional).
• Grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish, optional).