Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is the perfect dish for chilly evenings, offering a rich and creamy broth filled with tender potatoes, spicy Italian sausage, and nutritious kale. This comforting soup not only warms you from the inside out but also transforms any meal into a delightful experience. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, you can easily customize it to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook crumbled Italian sausage until browned. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the chopped kale until wilted. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg