Description
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup, a hearty Italian-American classic featuring savory Italian sausage, crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and nutritious kale in a creamy broth.
Ingredients
Italian Sausage:
1 lb
Bacon:
4 slices, thick-cut, chopped
Onion:
1 medium, diced
Garlic:
3 cloves, minced
Chicken Broth:
6 cups
Russet Potatoes:
3 large, thinly sliced
Kale:
2 cups, chopped
Heavy Cream:
1 cup
Red Pepper Flakes:
½ teaspoon (optional)
Salt and Black Pepper:
To taste
Instructions
- Cook Italian Sausage: In a large soup pot, brown Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Bacon: In the same pot, cook chopped bacon until crispy.
- Add Onions and Garlic: Sauté diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add Broth and Potatoes: Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, add sliced potatoes, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Return sausage to pot, add kale, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and red pepper flakes if using.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use full-fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
- You can substitute spinach for kale if preferred.
