Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is the perfect comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. This creamy Italian soup combines spicy Italian sausage, crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and nutritious kale in a rich broth. Ideal for chilly nights or festive gatherings, each bowl is a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this dish allows for customization with your favorite vegetables or greens, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. Get ready to savor every spoonful of this hearty soup!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup diced bacon
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4–5 small Russet potatoes, sliced
- 3 cups chopped kale
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a heavy-based pot over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until browned. Drain excess oil and set aside.
- In the same pot, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and leave some drippings in the pot.
- Add butter and onions; sauté until soft. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour and stir for two minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth along with crushed bouillon and seasonings; bring to a boil.
- Add sliced potatoes; cook until fork-tender (about 10 minutes).
- Lower heat, stir in cream, sausage, bacon, and kale; simmer for 2 more minutes.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg