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
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.
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Adam Bullus
[email protected]This soup is a must-try! It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a cold winter day.
Chavelle Clarke
[email protected]This soup was amazing! It was so flavorful and comforting. I loved the addition of the kale and sausage. I will definitely be making this again.
Phuthego Molokomme
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love that it's a versatile recipe, so I can easily change up the ingredients to suit my taste.
Gang Gang
[email protected]This soup is delicious! It's hearty and flavorful, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I love the combination of potatoes, kale, and sausage. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is easy.
Mafuz Miha
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of kale, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The kale was actually really good in the soup. It added a nice texture and flavor. The soup was also very easy to make and it was very flavorful. I'll definitely
Kelly Montgomery
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and very tasty. I used Italian sausage and it added a great flavor. I also added a little bit of red pepper flakes for some heat. Would definitely make again.
Tshwaro Lerumo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was creamy, flavorful, and hearty. I especially liked the addition of the kale and sausage. Definitely a keeper!
Mirxa khan
[email protected]This soup was amazing! I was looking for a new soup recipe to try and this one did not disappoint. It was so flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.
Khem Tamrakar
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze. Highly recommend!
Martin Maleka
[email protected]This Tuscan potato soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!