Heavenly Zuppa Toscana Recipe
This hearty Zuppa Toscana features Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and nutritious kale in a creamy broth, making it a comforting and flavorful soup.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 bunch kale
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- for serving freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the Italian sausage until browned.
- Remove sausage and set aside, keeping the drippings in the pot.
- Sauté diced onion in the same pot until translucent, then add minced garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, then add sliced potatoes and cook until tender.
- Return cooked sausage to the pot, stir in chopped kale and heavy cream, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.