Stuffed Pepper Soup

Ingredients

• 1 pound spicy or mild sausage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 2 bell peppers (diced)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 14.5 ounces beef broth
• 14.5 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 cup tomato purée
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
• Shredded cheese (for garnish, optional)