Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is a beloved Italian comfort dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to every meal. With its rich, creamy broth infused with spicy Italian sausage, crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and nutritious kale, this soup is perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. It’s simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or spice levels, making it an ideal choice for weeknight meals or as a crowd-pleasing starter at parties. Whether served on a chilly evening or at a festive gathering, Zuppa Toscana Soup offers a delightful blend of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 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 half and half or heavy cream
- Spices: salt, pepper, mustard powder, dried parsley, ground fennel, oregano, basil, red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a heavy pot or Dutch oven, cook the Italian sausage over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess oil and set aside.
- In the same pot, cook diced bacon until crispy; drain and set aside.
- Sauté onions in reserved drippings until soft; add minced garlic and cook briefly.
- Stir in flour to thicken for about 2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil; season with bouillon and spices.
- Add sliced potatoes and cook until fork-tender (about 10 minutes).
- Lower heat and mix in cream along with sausage and bacon; stir in kale and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg