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Zuppa Toscana Soup

Cultural Context

Zuppa Toscana, originating from Tuscany, is a rustic soup that embodies the heartiness of Italian cuisine. Traditionally made with simple ingredients like sausage and kale, it reflects the resourcefulness of Tuscan cooking. Today, it's a popular dish in Italian-American restaurants, often enjoyed for its comforting flavors and creamy texture, making it a favorite during colder months.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground Italian sausage
1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 large white onion, diced
4 strips bacon, diced
2 teaspoons garlic puree
10 cups water
5 cubes chicken bouillon
1 pound russet potatoes, diced
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ bunch kale, chopped

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Combine sausage and red pepper flakes in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir until sausage is brown and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat; transfer sausage to a bowl and set aside.

2

Cook onion, bacon, and garlic in the same skillet over medium-low heat until bacon is crisp and onions are soft, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside.

3

Combine water and chicken bouillon in a large pot; bring to a boil. Stir in potatoes; cook until soft, about 15 minutes.

4

Pour in cream; simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes. Add sausage, onion mixture, and kale; cook and stir until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

skilletlarge potmeasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Tuscan SoupItalian Sausage Soup
Local Name: Zuppa Toscana

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