Best 12 Toscano Soup Recipes

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"Tuscan soup", also known as "Ribollita," is a hearty and flavorful soup that originated in Tuscany, Italy. This traditional Italian soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with simple, rustic ingredients, "Tuscano soup" is a celebration of the region's rich culinary heritage. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will guide you through the process of making an authentic "Tuscano soup" that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.

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SUPER-DELICIOUS ZUPPA TOSCANA



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This is an oh-so-good recipe. Just the right amount of spice to make you take a cold drink but definitely keep coming back for more! This soup is irresistible!

Provided by souporsweets

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bulk mild Italian sausage
1 ¼ teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
5 (13.75 ounce) cans chicken broth
6 potatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup heavy cream
¼ bunch fresh spinach, tough stems removed

Steps:

  • Cook the Italian sausage and red pepper flakes in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until crumbly, browned, and no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in the same Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain, leaving a few tablespoons of drippings with the bacon in the bottom of the Dutch oven. Stir in the onions and garlic; cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the Dutch oven with the bacon and onion mixture; bring to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes, and boil until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream and the cooked sausage; heat through. Mix the spinach into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 98.9 mg, Fat 32.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 2386.4 mg, Sugar 5 g

TUSCAN SOUP



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Tuscan soup with spicy sausages, potatoes, and spinach.

Provided by Dianne Brown

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
3 (3.5 ounce) links spicy Italian sausage
3 large potatoes, cubed
1 bunch fresh spinach, washed and chopped
¼ cup evaporated milk
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Remove skin from sausage and crumble into frying pan. Add chopped onion, and cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. If you are trying to cut fat, remove meat from pan, place in a colander, and rinse under cold water.
  • Place meat in a large pot; add stock and potatoes. Boil until potato is cooked.
  • Add spinach. Continue boiling until spinach is lightly cooked.
  • Remove soup from heat, stir in evaporated milk, and season to taste. Do not add any salt if using canned stock.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57.4 g, Cholesterol 56.4 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1745.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

TOSCANA SOUP



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Potato and sausage soup served at a certain famous restaurant.

Provided by Ken Miller

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 links spicy pork sausage, sliced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¾ cup diced onion
1 ¼ teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons chicken soup base
4 cups water
2 potatoes, halved and sliced
2 cups sliced kale
⅓ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Place sausage links on a baking sheet and bake 25 minutes, or until cooked through. Slice into 1/2 inch slices.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions until translucent; add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth, water and potatoes; simmer 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low and add sausage, kale and cream; simmer until heated through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 72.2 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1216.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

TOSCANO SOUP



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If it's difficult to get your family to eat greens, they'll gobble them up in this potato-based soup featuring healthier turkey sausage and a garnish of crispy bacon.

Provided by Idahoan

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Idahoan®

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (4 ounce) package Idahoan® Roasted Garlic Flavored Mashed Potatoes, dry
3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 Italian turkey sausage links
½ onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups chicken stock
5 cups 2% milk
2 cups green Swiss chard or kale, chopped
Pinch of crushed red pepper, or to taste
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain on a paper towel.
  • Crumble and set aside.
  • Remove the turkey Italian sausage links from the casing and place in the Dutch oven along with the diced onion.
  • Saute until the onion is soft and the sausage is cooked. Add the garlic, stirring frequently for 45 seconds.
  • Add the chicken stock, milk, and potatoes.
  • Add Swiss chard or kale along with the crushed red pepper, sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste.
  • Cook on medium low for 15 minutes or until hot.
  • Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 80.3 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 2366.8 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

COPYCAT ZUPPA TOSCANA



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We were so smitten with Olive Garden's most popular soup, we decided to crack the code so that we could make it ourselves on those days that we just can't get there.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
4 to 5 large russet potatoes (about 2 1/2 pounds), unpeeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large white onion, diced
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cups chicken broth
6 cups curly kale, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon; set aside to drain. Add the Italian sausage to the drippings and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Add the potatoes, garlic and onion to the drippings and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with the crushed red pepper flakes and salt and pepper. Add the chicken broth, increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are tender and cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Add the kale, heavy cream, bacon and sausage and cook over medium heat until the kale is tender, another 5 minutes. Stir in the vinegar just before serving.

TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Simmer a pot of Ellie Krieger's healthy Tuscan Vegetable Soup recipe from Food Network, a classic vegetable soup loaded with zucchini, beans, tomatoes and more.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings (1 1/2 cups each)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium canellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 carrots, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced, (about 1/2 cup)
1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can no salt added diced tomatoes
2 cups chopped baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mash half of the beans with a masher or the back of a spoon, and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, garlic, thyme, sage, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and cook stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broth and tomatoes with the juice and bring to a boil. Add the mashed and whole beans and the spinach leaves and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calorie, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 306 milligrams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 5 grams

OLIVE GARDEN ZUPPA TOSCANA SOUP



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This is The Olive Garden's recipe, from their cookbook. It is not a copycat. It has been cut down to make a more reasonable size. I have made this for several years, and everyone who has tasted it, loves it. It is a hearty meal in itself, or it can be served with salad and bread. This is especially good on a cold winter night ! ***I have edited the cooking order to make the preparation time shorter.***

Provided by Karen Anne Newton RN

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 cups water
7 chicken bouillon cubes (not granules)
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons garlic paste
1 lb russet potato, peeled and sliced (Or cubed. About 3 large)
1 lb ground Italian sausage
1 large white onion, diced
1 bunch fresh kale, torn in small pieces (or 16 oz. bag of prewashed and cut Kale. Discard stems)
1 cup heavy cream
4 ounces bacon bits, Hormel is good

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, put water, bouillon, salt, red pepper flakes, garlic, and potatoes. Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Sauté the sausage and onion in a skillet, until the sausage is brown, then add it to the stockpot, along with the Kale. Simmer for 20 - 30 minutes, or until Kale and potatoes are tender.
  • Add the cream and bacon bits, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Notes:.
  • I use 10 medium size potatoes.
  • Half and Half can be substituted for the heavy cream if desired.
  • Kale can be found in the produce department of most grocery stores.
  • The soup at The Olive Garden is not thick. If you wish yours to be more like a cream soup, simply simmer it longer, and mash some of the potatoes in the pot with a wooden spoon, and stir frequently until of the desired consistency.

TUSCAN SOUP



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I work full-time outside of the home, so I relish recipes like this that can be prepared in a flash.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, chopped
1 small carrot, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 cup water
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2/3 cup uncooked small spiral pasta
3 cups thinly sliced fresh escarole or spinach

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and carrot in oil until onion is tender. Add the broth, water, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Stir in beans and pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Add escarole; cook until just wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1432mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

TUSCAN SOUP



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Make and share this Tuscan Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
3 (3 1/2 ounce) hot Italian sausages
3 large potatoes, cubed
6 -8 ounces fresh spinach, washed, chopped, tough stems removed
1/4 cup evaporated milk
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Remove skin from sausage and crumble into frying pan.
  • Add chopped onion, and cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.
  • Place meat in a large stock pot; add stock and potatoes.
  • Boil until potato is cooked, about 10 minutes Add spinach.
  • Continue boiling until spinach is lightly cooked, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove soup from heat, stir in evaporated milk, and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 1739.6, Carbohydrate 56.1, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 4.6, Protein 26.4

TUSCAN POTATO SOUP (ZUPPA TOSCANA)



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There are a number of recipes out there that try to duplicate Olive Garden's "Zuppa Toscana" appetizer soup but they usually call for artificial ingredients or seriously lack in flavor. With or without the addition of chopped kale leaves this all-natural and economical family dish is chock full of traditional flavors and is nearly identical to Olive Garden's signature dish. Hint: To reduce the fat content of this soup make sure to remove the kale leaves before serving; they absorb grease.

Provided by GenYChef

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
9 cups water
3 -5 pieces bacon
1 lb Italian sausage, loose-ground
4 large russet potatoes, skin-on and cut into bite sized chunks
1 large white onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2/3 cup half-and-half
1/2-1 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2-1 tablespoon black pepper (to taste)
1/2-1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder, ground
1/4-1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, ground (optional)
2 cups kale leaves, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot combine the water, chicken broth, salt, and potatoes and set to a low boil.
  • In a separate pan fry up the bacon until slightly crispy and set aside; save the bacon grease.
  • In the same pan used to cook the bacon add the Italian sausage, onion, and olive oil and simmer on low until the sausage is browned and the consistency of hamburger.
  • Chop the bacon into small shreds (use a specialty mincer or food processor to save time) and add to the cooked sausage, then add everything into the soup pot.
  • Mix the garlic, powders, and half-and-half into the soup pot and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • 5 Minutes before serving mix in the chopped kale leaves.

TOSCANO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 teaspoons truffle oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 pound portobello mushrooms, chopped
1/2 pound mushrooms, chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1/2 pound calabaza, chopped
3 bay leaves
2 quarts chicken stock
1 pound cooked white beans
Toast, as a garnish
Chopped tomatoes, as a garnish
Shredded mozzarella, as garnish

Steps:

  • Saute in a large pot, in truffle oil, the garlic, mushrooms, onion, carrot, squash, and bay leaves until soft. Add chicken stock, cooked white beans and simmer for 15 minutes. Garnish with a piece of toast, some tomatoes, and some mozzarella.

TUSCAN SOUP A LA OLIVE GARDEN



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If you have enjoyed the "ZUPPA TOSCANA" at the Olive Garden, then you will love this Copy Cat recipe. If you have not had it, then you need to try it. :-)

Provided by Koechin Chef

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups spicy sausage (Jimmy Dean)
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons chicken base
2 quarts water
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
4 cups coarsely chopped potatoes
6 cups chopped fresh kale
5 ounces evaporated milk
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In some olive oil sauté the onion and garlic until transparent.
  • Add water and chicken base or 2 quarts chicken broth.
  • Add the potatoes (I like to use frozen hash browns that I always have on hand).
  • Add the seasonings.
  • Bring to boil. Cover with lid and simmer.
  • Brown the sausage, breaking up into small pieces, and drain in a stainer.
  • Wash the kale, remove the stems/rib. Slice across you can add fresh or thawed frozen spinach squeezed dry).
  • Add the sausage and kale to your saucepan and cook until potatoes are tender.
  • Add the can of evaporated milk and heat through.
  • Check to see if you want to add any salt.
  • Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy.:-).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.7, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 110.5, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 6.1

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the soup will be. Look for fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and a good quality olive oil.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make Tuscan soup. Feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your taste.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread: Tuscan soup is traditionally served with a side of crusty bread. This helps to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Tuscan soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. Whether you are a fan of traditional Tuscan soup or you are looking for something new and exciting, you are sure to enjoy this recipe.

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