Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe
This comforting Zuppa Toscana Soup is creamy, hearty, and filled with flavorful ingredients like Italian sausage, potatoes, and kale, making it perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Spicy Italian ground sausage
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- ½ pieces White onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Water
- 4 to 5 pieces Yellow potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 teaspoons Salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 4 cups Kale, chopped
Optional Toppings
- Chopped bacon For extra flavor and texture.
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese For added richness.
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the spicy Italian sausage until fully browned, about 5 to 6 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the butter and let it melt. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and water. Add the chopped potatoes, salt, and black pepper. Bring everything to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the chopped kale and heavy cream. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, then return the cooked sausage to the pot.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with chopped bacon and grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- This soup keeps well in the fridge and tastes even better the next day.
- Serve with crusty breadsticks or a fresh garden salad for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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