Description
Zuppa Toscana is a heartwarming Italian soup that warms the soul with each spoonful. This creamy dish combines savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and vibrant kale in a delicious broth, making it perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 2 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the sausage in a large pot over medium heat until browned (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add the onions and garlic; cook until the onion is translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
- Stir in the diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil and cook until potatoes are tender (15–20 minutes).
- Mix in the kale and heavy cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until warmed through.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg