Description
Zuppa Toscana is a comforting Italian soup that warms the heart with each spoonful. This creamy dish features savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and vibrant kale, creating a delightful medley of flavors. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, it serves as an inviting centerpiece on any table. Easy to prepare and rich in taste, this Olive Garden-inspired classic will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 4 cups Yukon gold potatoes (diced)
- 2 cups fresh kale (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until no longer pink.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Mix in chopped kale and heavy cream; cook for an additional 5 minutes until kale wilts.
- Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, swap sausage for plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth. Enhance flavor by adding other vegetables like carrots or zucchini. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop.