Zuppa Toscana Soup
This Zuppa Toscana Soup is a rich, creamy, and comforting Italian-inspired classic made famous by restaurants—but honestly, this homemade version is even better. With savory sausage, tender potatoes, fresh kale, and a creamy broth, it’s the perfect cozy soup that tastes like it simmered all day.
One spoonful and you’ll see why this is a family favorite that never lasts long!
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3–4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped kale
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Bacon & Sausage
In a large pot, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, cook sausage until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics
Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3️⃣ Add Broth & Potatoes
Pour in chicken broth and add diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
4️⃣ Make It Creamy
Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for 3–5 minutes.
5️⃣ Add Kale & Finish
Add chopped kale and cook until wilted. Stir bacon back in and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
6️⃣ Serve
Ladle into bowls and enjoy hot with crusty bread.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with warm breadsticks or garlic bread
- Pair with a simple Italian salad
- Top with extra bacon or Parmesan cheese
📊 Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~430
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Fat: 30g
- Sodium: ~650 mg
✨ Pro Tip:
This soup thickens as it cools—just add a splash of broth or milk when reheating to keep it perfectly creamy.