Zuppa Toscana Recipe

Name: Zuppa Toscana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage (or half regular, half turkey sausage); 1 large onion, chopped; 3 -4 garlic cloves, chopped; ½ cup white wine (to deglaze pan); ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch chunks; 2 cups fresh kale, chopped; 3 cups chicken broth; 2 ½ cups water; 1 cup heavy cream; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb Italian sausage (or half regular, half turkey sausage)
1 large onion, chopped
3 -4 garlic cloves, chopped
½ cup white wine (to deglaze pan)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch chunks
2 cups fresh kale, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups water
1 cup heavy cream
salt
pepper

1
Place a large stockpot or Dutch oven on the stove over medium heat.
2
Crumble the sausage into the pan and cook until well browned.
3
Remove the cooked sausage from the pot with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl and set aside.
4
Add the chopped onion to the pan and saute until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
5
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the pan and cook for a minute more, just until fragrant.
6
Add the wine to the pot and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits.
7
Add the potatoes, kale, chicken broth, and water to the pot.
8
Return the sausage to the pot.
9
Increase the heat to medium-high, bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer on medium-low.
10
Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and cooked through.
11
Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
Serve immediately.

679

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Italian sausage (or half regular, half turkey sausage), 1 large onion, chopped, 3 -4 garlic cloves, chopped, ½ cup white wine (to deglaze pan), and more.

Yes, Zuppa Toscana 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!

Zuppa Toscana

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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