Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is a comforting Italian classic perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, hearty soup combines spicy Italian sausage, fresh kale, and tender potatoes in a fragrant garlic broth that is sure to warm your soul. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet night in, this delightful dish will quickly become your go-to recipe for cold-weather meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 3 medium Russet potatoes, diced
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until crumbled (about 5 minutes).
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Mix in chopped kale and heavy cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the kale wilts.
- Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg