Tuscan Soup A La Olive Garden Recipe

Name: Tuscan Soup A La Olive Garden
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups spicy sausage (Jimmy Dean); 1 medium onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 tablespoons chicken base; 2 quarts water; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; 4 cups coarsely chopped potatoes; 6 cups chopped fresh kale; 5 ounces evaporated milk; parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
In some olive oil saute the onion and garlic until transparent.
2
Add water and chicken base or 2 quarts chicken broth.
3
Add the potatoes (I like to use frozen hash browns that I always have on hand).
4
Add the seasonings.
5
Bring to boil. Cover with lid and simmer.
6
Brown the sausage, breaking up into small pieces, and drain in a stainer.
7
Wash the kale, remove the stems/rib. Slice across you can add fresh or thawed frozen spinach squeezed dry).
8
Add the sausage and kale to your saucepan and cook until potatoes are tender.
9
Add the can of evaporated milk and heat through.
10
Check to see if you want to add any salt.
11
Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy.:-).

364

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Protein

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups spicy sausage (Jimmy Dean), 1 medium onion, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 4 tablespoons chicken base, and more.

Yes, Tuscan Soup A La Olive Garden 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!

Tuscan Soup A La Olive Garden

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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