Stuffed Pepper Stoup

1/2 tsp. Allspice
Black pepper, to taste
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 green peppers, chopped
1 quart low sodium chicken stock
28 oz crushed tomatoes (no salt added)
1 cup orzo pasta
12 basil leaves
1.5 pounds lean ground turkey breast
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil

Heat a medium soup pot over medium-high heat with the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the turkey and season with pepper and allspice. Cook the meat for 5 minutes or until browned, then add the garlic, onions, peppers. Cook for 7 to 8 mins. until tender. Stir in the stock and tomatoes and bring to a boil. When the soup is bubbling, add the pasta and cook al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Turn off the heat and fold in the basil. Serve in shallow bowls.

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ARPEDGIO.