Description
Zuppa Toscana Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that brings together the robust flavors of spicy Italian sausage, crispy bacon, and nutritious kale in a creamy broth. This delightful soup is perfect for chilly evenings or special gatherings, promising to warm hearts and satisfy taste buds. Its rich, savory profile is complemented by tender potatoes, making each bowl a cozy treat. Whether enjoyed as a main course or alongside crusty bread and a fresh salad, this Zuppa Toscana will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup diced bacon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4–5 small Russet potatoes, sliced
- 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
- 3 cups chopped kale (or spinach/Swiss chard)
- salt
- black pepper
- mustard powder
- dried parsley
- ground fennel
- oregano
- basil
- red chili flakes (optional)
- grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- In a heavy pot over medium-high heat, brown the sausage using a wooden spoon. Drain excess oil and set aside.
- In the same pot, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove excess fat but keep some drippings.
- Sauté onions in reserved drippings until soft; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in flour to thicken; gradually add chicken broth and spices.
- Add sliced potatoes and cook until fork-tender.
- Lower heat and mix in cream along with cooked sausage and bacon. Add kale and simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg