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Zuppa Toscana

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Zuppa Toscana is a creamy, comforting Italian-inspired soup made with crumbled sausage, tender potatoes, and fresh kale, all simmered in a savory broth. It’s a one-pot meal perfect for cozy dinners and packed with bold, hearty flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups russet potatoes, thinly sliced or diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh kale, chopped (stems removed)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add diced onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the potatoes, then pour in the chicken broth. Ensure the potatoes are fully covered.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  5. Add chopped kale and heavy cream. Simmer for an additional 5–10 minutes until kale is wilted and soup is well blended.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter or dairy-free version.
  • Swap kale for spinach for a quicker-cooking green.
  • Vegetarian sausage and vegetable broth make a great meatless alternative.
  • Mash some potatoes or add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the soup if desired.

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