How to Make Better than Zuppa Toscana - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of Olive Garden's famous Zuppa Toscana soup but want to recreate a version at home that's even better? Look no further than our recipe for Better than Zuppa Toscana! This hearty and flavorful soup is a beloved Italian-inspired dish that combines tender potatoes, spicy Italian sausage, and hearty kale in a rich and creamy broth. With just the right blend of traditional Italian flavors and a few secret ingredients, this homemade rendition will rival any restaurant version.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon
  • 1 pound mild pork sausage
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 6 large red potatoes, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 cups chopped fresh kale
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnishing

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir pork sausage, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Crumble bacon into a large soup pot; add sausage mixture, chicken broth, potatoes, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the potatoes are soft, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir kale, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese into the soup; cook until the kale wilts, about 5 minutes. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
  • Nutrition

    508 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 1564mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 67mg
    • Calcium: 181mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1682mg