Zuppa Toscana Delicious Creamy Soup Recipe
Enjoy this comforting Zuppa Toscana featuring spicy Italian sausage and creamy potato soup enriched with kale. This recipe is perfect for a quick 30 minute dinner and is a family favorite inspired by Olive Garden and other popular versions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage Mild or spicy
- 4 medium potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold diced
- 1 large onion Diced
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 bunch kale Chopped about 4 cups
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional
- Salt To taste
- Pepper To taste
- Olive oil For sautéing
Instructions
- Warm a splash of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat then crumble and brown the Italian sausage for 5 to 7 minutes until fully cooked; drain excess fat as needed.
- Add diced onion to the pot and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft, then stir in minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute to release aroma.
- Mix in diced potatoes and pour chicken broth over; bring to a boil then lower heat to simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Incorporate chopped kale and red pepper flakes if using, stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat and gently stir in heavy cream; season with salt and pepper, warming the soup for an additional 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the kale with spinach if preferred
- For a lighter version, you may use half-and-half instead of heavy cream
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and is even better the next day as the flavors meld together
- Reheat on the stove over low heat before serving
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300 kcal
Find it online: https://www.amgroyal.com/zuppa-toscana-delicious-soup/