Easy Zuppa Toscana Soup – Creamy Italian Dinner Recipe
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Author:Patricia
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Welcome to the ultimate recipe for Easy Zuppa Toscana Soup! This creamy Italian sausage and potato soup is a dinner classic that’s comforting, flavorful, and simple to make. Perfect for any evening, it’s bound to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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1 pound Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
2 cups kale, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional substitutions:
Use turkey sausage for a lighter option.
Swap kale for spinach for a milder flavor.
Instructions
Step1: Prepare the Sausage
In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until cooked through.
Drain excess fat and set the sausage aside.
Step2: Sauté the Aromatics
In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Step3: Cook the Potatoes
Add the chicken broth and thinly sliced potatoes to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Step4: Combine the Ingredients
Stir in the cooked sausage and chopped kale.
Simmer for another 5 minutes until the kale is wilted.
Step5: Add Cream and Seasonings
Pour in the heavy cream and crushed red pepper flakes, if using.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Heat through without bringing the soup to a boil.
Notes
Use fresh, high-quality Italian sausage for the best flavor.
For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes against the pot with a spoon.
Adjust the spice level by adding more or less crushed red pepper flakes.
