Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings when you crave warmth and heartiness. This creamy, flavorful soup combines tender potatoes, vibrant kale, and spicy Italian sausage in a rich broth that wraps you in cozy goodness. Simple to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s a dish that brings friends and family together, making every meal feel special. Serve with crusty bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 2 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, crumble and cook the Italian sausage until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and add diced potatoes; bring to a boil then reduce heat. Simmer until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).
- Stir in chopped kale; let it wilt for 3-4 minutes.
- Lower the heat and mix in the heavy cream; season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg