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Zuppa Toscana

Zuppa Toscana is an easy Italian soup loaded with sausage, potatoes, and greens in a rich, creamy broth.

Ingredients :

  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 6 slices bacon diced
  • 4 cups potatoes peeled and cut into ½" cubes
  • 1 ½ cups kale chopped, or fresh spinach
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions :

  • In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.
  • Add sausage and onion to the bacon grease and cook until no pink remains. Drain fat.
  • Add potatoes, kale, chicken broth, garlic, and crushed peppers (if using) to the pot.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 12-14 minutes or until potatoes are soft.
  • Stir in heavy cream and pepper and let simmer 1 minute. Taste and season with salt & pepper if desired.
  • Garnish with bacon.