Zuppa Toscana Olive Garden Copycat Recipe

Name: Zuppa Toscana Olive Garden Copycat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 bunches Kale; 3 pounds Russett Potatoes; 1 pound Italian Sausage; Red Pepper Flakes, to taste; 2-7/8 ounces, fluid Bacon Bits; 3 cloves Garlic; 5 cubes Bouillon; 8 cups Water; 1 cup Heavy Cream; Fresh Parmesan Cheese For Garnish

Servings: persons

1
Gather ingredients, large pot, cutting board, knife, garlic press, cheese grater, and ladle.
2
Put the pot on a burner on medium heat.
3
Wash kale and potatoes well. Slice potatoes, leaving skin on. Chop kale into bite-sized pieces.
4
Cook Italian sausage in pot until browned. Add red pepper flakes (if you don't like heat in your food, add a small amount). Add bacon bits.
5
Grate garlic and bouillon cubes into pot, immediately followed by water. Add sliced potatoes into pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower temperature to a simmer and let cook for 30 minutes. Make sure water is covering your potatoes and if not, add more water.
6
Add heaving whipping cream and chopped kale into pot and let simmer another 5 minutes. Stir well and serve.
7
Grate some fresh Parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy!

747

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 bunches Kale, 3 pounds Russett Potatoes, 1 pound Italian Sausage, Red Pepper Flakes, to taste, and more.

Yes, Zuppa Toscana Olive Garden Copycat falls under the Meat & Poultry 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 Olive Garden Copycat

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Variations & substitutions

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