Ingredients
2
lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2
green bell peppers, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1
small onion, diced
3
to 4 cloves garlic, minced
1
can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1
can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1
carton (32 oz) Progresso™ beef-flavored broth
1
cup water
2
tablespoons packed brown sugar
2
teaspoons salt
1
teaspoon pepper
4
cups cooked rice
Shredded cheese, if desired
Preparation
Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Place beef in slow cooker.
Stir in all remaining ingredients except rice and cheese.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
When about 30 minutes are left in cooking time, gently stir in cooked rice. Cover; cook about 30 minutes longer.
Serve soup topped with cheese.
