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Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup

Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup
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Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup is a comforting Italian classic combining savory Italian sausage, creamy russet potatoes, fresh kale, and aromatic garlic and onions in a rich chicken broth finished with heavy cream. This hearty and flavorful soup is perfect for chilly evenings, versatile for various dietary needs, and easy to prepare with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Meat and Protein

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)

Vegetables

  • 4 cups diced russet potatoes (about 3 medium potatoes)
  • 4 cups chopped fresh kale (Tuscan or dinosaur kale preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Seasonings

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, 1/4 to 1/2 tsp)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Sausage: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through. This creates a savory base for the soup.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked sausage to a bowl. In the same pot, add diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onions become translucent and fragrant, absorbing the sausage flavors.
  3. Add Potatoes and Broth: Add the diced russet potatoes and pour in 6 cups of chicken broth. Stir to combine, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Kale and Sausage: Return the browned sausage to the pot along with the chopped kale. Stir well and cook until the kale wilts and softens, approximately 5 minutes.
  5. Finish with Cream and Seasoning: Slowly stir in 1 cup of heavy cream. Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Warm through on low heat without boiling, then remove from heat and serve.

Notes

  • Brown the sausage well to develop richer, caramelized flavors.
  • Use fresh Tuscan or dinosaur kale for the best texture and taste.
  • Do not overcook potatoes; they should be tender but intact.
  • Simmer the soup gently to allow flavors to meld without breaking down ingredients excessively.
  • Add heavy cream at the end to maintain a silky texture and avoid curdling.

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Keywords: Zuppa Toscana, Italian soup, Italian sausage soup, kale soup, creamy potato soup, homemade soup, hearty soup, gluten free soup

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