Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is a comforting Italian dish that combines savory sausage, creamy potatoes, and nutritious kale in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this hearty soup warms your soul with every spoonful. It’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or unexpected gatherings. With vibrant flavors and customizable ingredients, Zuppa Toscana Soup will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: dice the onion, slice the sausage, and chop the potatoes and kale.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the sausage slices and brown on all sides to enhance flavor.
- Stir in diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add chopped kale and heavy cream; simmer for an additional 5–10 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg