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Hearty and Delicious: Your Ultimate Zuppa Toscana Recipe Guide

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A hearty and creamy Zuppa Toscana soup featuring Italian sausage, kale, and potatoes.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound of Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 2 large potatoes, diced (Russet or Yukon Gold work well)
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 2 cups of kale, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat and cook the Italian sausage until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes; bring to a boil and then let simmer.
  4. Once potatoes are tender, stir in the heavy cream and chopped kale, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes before serving hot.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, use spicy Italian sausage.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or celery for extra flavor.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg