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Zuppa Toscana

Recipe Information

Description:
Zuppa Toscana is a delicious Italian recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 20 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour
Total Time 1 Hour, 20 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Sausage
Category Meat
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine Italian; American
Cook Method Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, chopped

  • 2 (8 ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth

  • 4 cups water

  • 2 large potatoes, sliced thin

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 cups kale, chopped

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions

  • Brown the sausage in a large soup pot. Remove and set aside.

  • Pour the chicken broth and water into the same soup pot, add the potatoes, and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat. Add the onions, and garlic and cook for another 10 minutes until the potatoes are softened.

  • Stir in the cooked sausage, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes on low heat.

  • Mix in the kale and cream and heat through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 396 cal

  • Total fat: 27g

  • Saturated fat: 13g

  • Cholesterol: 73mg

  • Sodium: 376mg

  • Carbohydrate: 23g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 16g