Description
Zuppa Toscana is a comforting Italian soup that combines savory Italian sausage, creamy broth, tender potatoes, and nutrient-rich kale. This delightful dish is perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, delivering restaurant-quality flavor with simple ingredients. Each spoonful offers a warm embrace, making it an instant favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 2 cups chopped kale (fresh)
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked and caramelized.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3–5 minutes).
- Stir in diced Yukon Gold potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
- Add chopped kale and allow it to wilt (approximately 5 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and stir well; let it simmer for another few minutes.
- Season with red pepper flakes before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg