ZUPPA TOSCANA (THICK)

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Zuppa Toscana is a soup we love to get at Italian restaurants. This hearty made from scratch recipe is better than what you'll find at that chain restaurant. It's creamy with bits of crunchy, fresh kale in every bite. The sausage adds a spicy kick and there's a hint of smoky flavor from bacon. Serve with garlic bread and you have...

Provided by Elizabeth Lancaster

Categories     Beauty Products

Time 6h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb hot and spicy Italian sausage
1/2 lb regular or sweet Italian sausage
1/2 c real bacon (chopped)
1 small onion (minced)
2 clove garlic (minced)
32 oz chicken broth
water
4 large potatoes (cubed)
ADD THE FOLLOWING IN THE LAST 30 MINS BEFORE SERVING
1/2 bunch kale (or Swiss chard), de-stem & cut/torn into bite-sized pieces
2-3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
2 c heavy cream
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. You can do one of two ways, Crock Pot or Dutch oven.
  • 2. Brown sausage in skillet. Add garlic and onion. Saute until golden brown.
  • 3. Add chicken broth, cubed potatoes, and bacon. Add just enough water to cover the vegetables and meat. If using a Crock Pot, cook on high 3-4 hours (low 5-6 hours) until potatoes are soft.
  • 4. 30 minutes before serving: Mix flour into cream removing lumps. Add cream and kale to the Crock Pot; stir. Cook on high (Crock Pot) 30 minutes or stovetop on med/high (stirring constantly) until broth thickens slightly. Add salt and pepper.
  • 5. Like I said, this recipe I have adapted for my family (we like thicker soups). If you prefer your soup more watery, add equal amounts of broth and water until you reach the thickness your family desires! Serve with breadsticks and enjoy!

tiamiyu Jumoke
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I'm allergic to kale. Is there anything else I can use instead?


Azlan Khan
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I'm not a big fan of sausage, but I might give this recipe a try anyway.


PlushyTycoon YT
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I'm not sure about the kale, but I'm willing to try it.


Hafiz Jii
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes. This one looks like a keeper.


Awudu Baba
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I'm going to make this soup for my next party.


William Heritage
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This recipe looks delicious.


Billie Statler
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Ghulam Akbar Pandrani
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This is my new favorite soup.


Stan Speakman
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I'll definitely be making this again.


Jamel Jones
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Delicious!


Tabitha Wanjogu
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Loved it!


Zehra Mukaddem
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Kathryn Thatcher
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I made this soup for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great soup to serve to a crowd.


Ngozi Joseph
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This is one of my favorite soups to make in the winter. It's so comforting and filling.


Kassy Valdes
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I'm not a big fan of kale, but I loved it in this soup. The flavors all work really well together.


Shauna Trueblood
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover sausage. I also added some chopped carrots and celery to the soup for extra flavor.


Abishek Santosh
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I made this soup for dinner tonight and it was a hit with the whole family! The flavors are amazing and the sausage and kale add a nice heartiness.