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Authentic Zuppa Toscana
Experience a taste of Tuscany with this comforting Zuppa Toscana. This hearty soup is filled with flavorful Italian sausage, creamy russet potatoes, and vibrant kale, all simmered in a savory chicken broth. The perfect blend of richness and simplicity, it's sure to warm you up on a chilly day. Originating in Tuscany, Italy, this soup is a staple in Italian cuisine with its rustic and hearty flavors.
Ingredients
- Salt and pepper
- to taste
- Kale
- 4 cups, chopped
- Heavy cream
- 1 cup
- Russet potatoes
- 2, large, peeled and diced
- Chicken broth
- 4 cups
- Garlic
- 4 cloves, minced
- Onion
- 1, large, diced
- Italian sausage
- 1 lb, casings removed
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbly. Once cooked, remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
- In the same pot with the sausage fat, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the diced russet potatoes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, chopped kale, and the cooked Italian sausage. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes, until the kale is wilted and the soup is heated through.
- Serve hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping, if desired.
Tips
- For a vegetarian option, replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth and the Italian sausage with a plant-based alternative. You can also replace heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Soup Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Calories: 450 Fat: 30g Carbs: 28g Protein: 15g Sodium: 950mg Sugar: 4g
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