Zuppa Toscana
A comforting and hearty Italian soup featuring Italian sausage, potatoes, and kale, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 260 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soups
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 large potatoes, diced
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- In your crockpot, brown the Italian sausage, onions, and garlic together.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes, stirring to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add the chopped kale and pour in the heavy cream.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap the Italian sausage for turkey sausage or a plant-based option. Feel free to adjust the creaminess with your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk.