Perfectly Warming Zuppa Toscana
A heartwarming Tuscan soup filled with sausage, potatoes, fresh kale, and a luscious, creamy broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 450g Italian Sausage
- 3 medium-sized Potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 200g Kale (chopped)
- 1 litre Chicken Broth
- 200ml Heavy Cream
- 1 large Onion (diced)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (to taste)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Sizzle the sausage in a large pot over medium heat until browned and crumbly (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for another 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Next, add the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken broth; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add the chopped kale and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, then adjust seasoning with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with fresh herbs or a twist of lemon if desired.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Zuppa Toscana, Italian soup, comfort food
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