Toscano Soup Recipe

Name: Toscano Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) package Idahoan(R) Roasted Garlic Flavored Mashed Potatoes, dry; 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled; 3 Italian turkey sausage links; 1/2 onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 5 cups chicken stock; 5 cups 2% milk; 2 cups green Swiss chard or kale, chopped; Pinch of crushed red pepper, or to taste; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain on a paper towel.
2
Crumble and set aside.
3
Remove the turkey Italian sausage links from the casing and place in the Dutch oven along with the diced onion.
4
Saute until the onion is soft and the sausage is cooked. Add the garlic, stirring frequently for 45 seconds.
5
Add the chicken stock, milk, and potatoes.
6
Add Swiss chard or kale along with the crushed red pepper, sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste.
7
Cook on medium low for 15 minutes or until hot.
8
Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon.

989

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

134

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.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4 ounce) package Idahoan(R) Roasted Garlic Flavored Mashed Potatoes, dry, 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, 3 Italian turkey sausage links, 1/2 onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Toscano Soup 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.

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Toscano Soup

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