Cheesy Pizza Soup
Can’t decide between pizza and soup? Good news—you don’t have to! This Cheesy Pizza Soup brings all the bold, savory, melty flavors of your favorite pie and serves them up in one slurpable, cozy bowl.
It’s one-pot, ultra cheesy, and endlessly customizable, just like pizza. Loaded with Italian sausage, pepperoni, herbs, and gooey melted cheese, this soup is a comfort food explosion your whole family will devour—without rolling out a single dough.
🧡 Why You’ll Love Cheesy Pizza Soup
- 🍝 Tastes just like pizza—but cozier
- 🧀 Packed with melty mozzarella + pizza toppings
- 🍅 One pot, ready in 30 minutes
- 👨👩👧👦 Kid-friendly + meal-prep friendly
- 🔄 Customizable for any “pizza topping” preference
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
You only need a few pantry staples and fridge favorites to get started:
🧂 Base:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb Italian sausage or ground beef
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt + black pepper to taste
🍅 Pizza Sauce Base:
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
🍕 Pizza Toppings (customize!):
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni or turkey pepperoni
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- ¼ cup black olives (optional)
🧀 Cheesy Finish:
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, for topping
🍽️ How to Make Pizza Soup (One Pot!)
🔥 Step 1: Sauté Meat & Aromatics
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and brown until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add onion and garlic. Cook until fragrant and soft—about 3–4 minutes.
🍅 Step 2: Build the Base
Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
Season with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
🍕 Step 3: Add Your Toppings
Add pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, and any other toppings you love. Simmer for 10–15 minutes to blend flavors.
🧀 Step 4: Stir in the Cheese
Turn off the heat. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
If you want it extra cheesy, add more right on top before serving!
🌿 Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Ladle soup into bowls and top with:
- More shredded cheese
- Chopped basil or parsley
- Crushed red pepper
- Garlic bread or cheesy breadsticks on the side
📝 Pro tip: This is amazing served in a bread bowl or topped with croutons!
🥄 Variations & Add-Ons
Want to personalize it like your favorite pizza order? Here’s how:
| Preference | Add This |
|---|---|
| Meat Lovers | Sausage, bacon, pepperoni, salami |
| Veggie Lovers | Mushrooms, spinach, zucchini, peppers |
| Spicy | Jalapeños, hot sauce, spicy sausage |
| Low Carb | Skip croutons, load up on protein + veg |
🧊 Storage Tips
- Fridge: Store in airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freezer: Freeze (without cheese stirred in) for up to 2 months
- Reheat: Warm gently on the stove or microwave with a splash of broth
💬 Reader Reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I mean, pizza… in soup form?! Genius. My kids asked for seconds.” – Mia T.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Used turkey pepperoni and added spinach. So flavorful and cozy.” – Jordan M.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “This is our new Friday night tradition. Add garlic bread and you’re set!” – Chris D.
🧀 Cheesy Pizza Soup Recap
- Bold, cheesy, saucy—everything you love about pizza
- Fast, easy, one-pot magic
- Perfect for soup nights, lazy dinners, or picky eaters
- Endless topping options, just like pizza
It’s like pizza got a cozy fall makeover. Grab a spoon—and maybe a breadstick—and dig in!
📌 Save This for Pizza Night with a Twist
Looking for a new dinner idea that feels indulgent but is super easy? Cheesy Pizza Soup is your answer.
- One pot
- 30 minutes
- Crowd pleaser
🍕 Because sometimes the best pizza… is soup.
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Cheesy Pizza Soup
Ingredients
- **Base:**
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 lb Italian sausage or ground beef
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Salt + black pepper to taste
- **Pizza Sauce Base:**
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- **Pizza Toppings customizable:**
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni or turkey pepperoni
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- ¼ cup black olives optional
- **Cheesy Finish:**
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Method
- 1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- 2. Add onion and garlic. Cook until fragrant and soft—about 3–4 minutes.
- 3. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Mix well and bring to a simmer. Season with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Add pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, and any other toppings. Simmer for 10–15 minutes to blend flavors.
- 5. Turn off the heat. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- 6. Ladle into bowls. Top with extra cheese, herbs, and crushed red pepper. Serve with garlic bread or cheesy breadsticks.
