Hearty Sausage Kale and Potato Soup: Zuppa Toscana
Warm up with this Sausage Kale and Potato Soup recipe! This simple soup combines fresh kale, hearty potatoes, and savory sausage in a creamy broth, making it one of my favorite comforting soups. Enjoy a cozy meal tonight!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2-3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 bunch kale washed and chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Parmigiano Reggiano for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dice your potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Rinse and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces. Remove and discard the thickest part of the stems.
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Cut the bacon into small slices.
- Shred the parmesan cheese.
Cooking Instructions
- Start by cooking the bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until it’s crispy. Once done, use a slotted spoon to move it to a plate lined with a paper towel to soak up the excess grease. Leave 1-2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot for the next step.
- Add the garlic and onion to the pot and sauté them until they’re tender.
- Stir in the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook it until it’s nicely browned and crumbly. Drain excess grease.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring everything to a low boil and then let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the potatoes are almost done.
- Mix in the chopped kale, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Then, season it with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste. Let it simmer for about 5 more minutes to allow the kale to wilt and everything to warm through.
- Taste, and add any additional seasonings if necessary.
- Garnish each serving with crispy bacon bits and freshly shredded Parmigiano Reggiano. Serve it with a side of crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 13.1gProtein: 14.1gFat: 19.3gSaturated Fat: 9.2gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 1026mgPotassium: 611mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 1.4gCalcium: 119mgIron: 1mg
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