In a large pot cook ground meat and drain fat. Add onion and bell pepper, cook a few minutes. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds.

Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, and seasonings. Cover and simmer 30-45 minutes until bell peppers are tender.

In a small pot cook rice. Add cooked rice to soup after soup has simmered, stir until well combined. Serve with cheese on top.