Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is a heartwarming dish that perfectly blends creamy richness with savory flavors. This delightful soup features tender potatoes, flavorful Italian sausage, and vibrant kale, creating a comforting bowl that warms you from the inside out. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make recipe ensures everyone will be asking for seconds. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 3 cups fresh kale (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until crispy.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and add diced potatoes; bring to a gentle boil for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in kale and heavy cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until kale wilts.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg