Rustic Tuscan Soup with Kale Recipe

Name: Rustic Tuscan Soup with Kale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf Italian bread (350 g), cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1/2 cup Kraft 100% Parmesan Grated Cheese, divided; 1 tsp. crushed red pepper; 8 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 large onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 2 cans (19 fl oz/540 mL each) no-salt-added white kidney beans, rinsed; 1 can (28 fl oz/796 mL) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained; 3 cans (10 fl oz/284 mL each) 25%-less-sodium chicken broth; 6 cups loosely packed chopped kale

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Spread bread onto baking sheet; drizzle with oil.
3
Sprinkle with 1 Tbsp.
4
cheese and crushed pepper.
5
Bake 10 min.
6
Meanwhile, cook and stir bacon in large saucepan on medium heat until crisp.
7
Remove bacon from pan with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
8
Discard all but 1 Tbsp.
9
bacon drippings from pan.
10
Add onions to pan; cook and stir 5 min.
11
or until crisp-tender.
12
Return bacon to pan along with the beans, tomatoes, broth and 1/4 cup of the remaining cheese; stir.
13
Simmer on medium-low heat 20 min., stirring occasionally.
14
Add kale; cook 10 min.
15
Serve soup topped with croutons and remaining cheese.

1238

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

143

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf Italian bread (350 g), cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1/2 cup Kraft 100% Parmesan Grated Cheese, divided, 1 tsp. crushed red pepper, and more.

Yes, Rustic Tuscan Soup with Kale falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rustic Tuscan Soup with Kale

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions