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Zuppa Toscana (Italian Sausage & Kale Soup)

Magical 5-Ingredient Zuppa Toscana Soup to Warm Your Soul


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A rich and flavorful Italian soup with sausage, kale, and potatoes in a creamy broth.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 large potatoes, diced
  • 1 bunch kale, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and garlic, cook until softened.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and water, bring to a boil.
  4. Add potatoes and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in kale and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat, add heavy cream and seasonings.
  7. Simmer for 5 more minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use spicy Italian sausage for extra heat.
  • Substitute kale with spinach if preferred.
  • Soup thickens when refrigerated – add broth when reheating.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Zuppa Toscana, Italian soup, sausage kale potato soup