Hearty Italian Zuppa Toscana with Kale and Sausages
A comforting and flavorful classic Italian soup
Savor the rich, savory flavors of this classic Italian Zuppa Toscana with hearty sausages, tender kale, and creamy potatoes in a perfectly seasoned broth.
- 1 h 10 min
- 6
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
For the Broth
For the Vegetables
For Serving
Preparation
Preparing the Sausages
Heat the Oil
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Use fresh Italian sausages for the best flavor.
Brown the Sausage
Add the sausage, breaking it into small pieces, and cook until browned.
Set Aside
Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
Preparing the Vegetables
Cook the Onion
In the same pot, add diced onion and cook until softened.
Add Garlic
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add Potatoes
Add sliced potatoes to the pot and toss to coat with the onions and garlic.
Do not overcook the potatoes at this stage; they will cook further in the broth.
Massage the Kale
Massage the kale with a pinch of salt to soften it before adding it to the soup.
Cooking Process
Simmering the Soup
Return the sausage to the pot, pour in chicken broth and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Creaming the Soup
Stir in heavy cream and chopped kale, cook until kale is wilted.
Final Seasoning
Adjust soup with salt and pepper to taste, simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Plating & Serving
Hearty Italian Zuppa Toscana with Kale and Sausages
Hearty Italian Zuppa Toscana with Kale and Sausages
Serve the Soup
Ladle the hearty Zuppa Toscana into bowls, garnish with grated Parmesan, and serve with crusty bread on the side for dipping.