Save A comforting, hearty soup that combines the cheesy, savory flavors of pizza with the cozy, spoonable texture of a pot pie—ready in under an hour on your stovetop.
This mashup was born on a cold weeknight when everyone craved both pizza and soup. Putting the best elements together, we discovered how joyfully a cheesy bread topping completes a spoonable soup, making dinners extra memorable.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 medium yellow onion, diced, 1 red bell pepper, diced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- Meats (optional): 200 g (7 oz) Italian sausage or pepperoni, sliced (substitute with plant-based sausage for vegetarian)
- Soup Base: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 can (400 g/14 oz) diced tomatoes, 3 cups (720 ml) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, 1/2 cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce, 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Dairy: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup ricotta cheese (optional, for topping)
- Bread Topping: 1 sheet refrigerated pizza dough or 4 small biscuits, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Start Soup Base:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
- Veggie Sauté:
- Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Meat Step (Optional):
- Add Italian sausage or pepperoni, if using, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Spice & Simmer:
- Stir in oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Build Brothy Base:
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Bread Topping:
- Preheat oven broiler (if using oven-safe pot) or prepare to bake bread topping separately.
- Melt Cheese:
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Bake Bread:
- If using an oven-safe pot, lay pizza dough or biscuits over soup. Brush with melted butter, sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley. Broil or bake for 5–8 minutes until golden and puffed. If not oven-safe, bake dough/biscuits separately according to package instructions and serve atop each bowl.
- Assembly & Serve:
- Ladle soup into bowls. Top with a scoop of ricotta cheese (if using) and a piece of golden bread topping. Serve hot.
Save This soup is always a hit with the family, especially when little hands get to help brush butter over the bread topping. Sharing steaming bowls on the couch makes it feel like pizza night, but cozier.
Required Tools
Large pot or Dutch oven, knife and cutting board, ladle, oven or broiler for in-pot bread, and baking sheet if baking bread separately.
Allergen Information
This recipe uses wheat/gluten in dough or biscuits, dairy from cheeses, and may contain soy in processed meats. Check all labels if serving to guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 480 calories, 24 g fat, 44 g carbohydrates, 22 g protein.
Save Tuck into this savory mashup and enjoy a spoonful of pizza comfort for any busy weeknight. It's a fuss-free favorite the whole family will ask for again.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes, substitute the Italian sausage or pepperoni with plant-based alternatives or omit entirely for a meat-free option.
- → What type of bread works best for the topping?
Refrigerated pizza dough or small biscuits create a golden, fluffy topping when baked or broiled.
- → How long does it take to prepare and cook?
The entire process takes about 50 minutes, including 15 minutes of prep and 35 minutes simmering and baking.
- → Can I add extra vegetables?
Yes, ingredients like chopped spinach or black olives enhance flavor and texture.
- → Is this dish suitable for a quick weeknight meal?
Absolutely, it’s designed for simplicity and speed without compromising hearty, comforting flavors.