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A bowl of creamy Zuppa Toscana soup with sausage, potatoes, kale, and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, served on a wooden table with bread in the background.

Zuppa Toscana soup

This creamy, comforting soup is packed with savory sausage, tender potatoes, crisp bacon, and tender kale for a hearty Italian favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 361
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground Italian sausage mild or spicy, depending on preference
  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon diced (for savory flavor)
  • 1 small onion diced (about ¾ cup)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced (fresh for best flavor)
  • 5 cups chicken broth low sodium recommended
  • 3 cups water
  • 4 cups russet potatoes peeled and cubed into bite-size pieces (about 2 medium potatoes)
  • 1 ½ cups chopped kale stems removed
  • 1 cup heavy cream for richness
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (adjust seasoning)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Place a large Dutch oven over medium heat and cook the Italian sausage, breaking it into small crumbles until fully browned. prep
  2. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked sausage to a paper-towel-lined plate and set aside.
  3. Add diced bacon to the same pot and cook until the fat renders and pieces begin to crisp, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the diced onion and cook 2–3 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Return the browned sausage to the pot, then pour in the chicken broth, water, and add the cubed potatoes.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  7. Add chopped kale and cook an additional 2 minutes until just wilted.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, and simmer for 2 more minutes until heated through.
  9. Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 361kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 11gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 882mgPotassium: 491mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1362IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rich and comforting, this soup warms the soul and fills the kitchen with the cozy aroma of Italian flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

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