Description
Zuppa Toscana is a soul-warming Italian soup that combines the robust flavors of spicy sausage, creamy potatoes, and fresh kale in a rich broth. This dish is perfect for chilly evenings, bringing warmth and comfort to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian Sausage (spicy or mild)
- 4 cups chopped fresh Kale
- 2 cups Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes (diced)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until golden.
- Crumble in the Italian sausage, stirring occasionally until browned and fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the chopped kale and heavy cream; cook for another 5 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: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg