Description
A creamy, hearty Italian-inspired Zuppa Toscana soup loaded with Italian sausage, potatoes, and kale, all simmered in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep, this one-pot recipe is a comforting crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
4 medium russet potatoes, sliced into thin half-moons
2 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove and set aside, leaving 1 tablespoon of grease.
- Add chopped bacon to the pot; cook until crispy. Remove and set aside with sausage.
- Sauté diced onion in the grease for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth; add potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in sausage, bacon, and kale; simmer for 5 minutes to wilt the kale.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or a fresh salad.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
Yukon Gold or red potatoes can replace russets for a firmer texture.
Spinach works well as a kale substitute.
Mash some potatoes or add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the soup.
To freeze, omit the cream and add it after reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
