Zuppa Toscana Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Zuppa Toscana Soup, a hearty and flavorful classic inspired by Italian cuisine. This rich and creamy soup combines the savory goodness of browned Italian sausage, tender russet potatoes, and vibrant kale, all simmered in a luxurious broth that’s infused with garlic and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Finished with a splash of heavy cream, this one-pot wonder is as easy to make as it is satisfying, with just 15 minutes of prep and 40 minutes of cooking. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this crowd-pleaser serves six and pairs beautifully with crusty bread for dipping. Discover why this Zuppa Toscana recipe is a must-try for soup lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 medium Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 4 cups Kale, stems removed and chopped
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil.

Step 2

Remove the casing from the Italian sausage and add the sausage to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the onions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 5

Add the thinly sliced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are tender, add the chopped kale and cooked sausage back into the pot. Stir to combine and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and season the soup with salt and black pepper. Allow the soup to heat through, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with additional crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3251 grams (3251.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3164

Total Fat 218.50g	280%
Saturated Fat 92.20g	461%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.80g
Cholesterol 603mg	201%
Sodium 9414mg	409%
Total Carbohydrate 171.20g	62%
Dietary Fiber 25.50g	91%
Total Sugars 22.10g
Protein 131.70g	263%

Vitamin D 181IU	907%
Calcium 811mg	62%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 7144mg	152%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.9%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 21.5%