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How to Make Instant Pot® Zuppa Toscana - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana, then you're going to love this homemade version made in the Instant Pot®! This classic Italian soup features a flavorful combination of Italian sausage, potatoes, kale, and bacon in a creamy, seasoned broth. And the best part? It can be made in under 30 minutes using the magic of the Instant Pot®.

This recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. It's hearty, comforting, and packed with delicious flavors tha...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 1 cup half-and-half

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function.
  • Heat oil in the cooker. Add sausage and cook until no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Stir in onion and garlic; cook until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add potatoes and chicken broth. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure and set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Stir kale into the cooker. Select Saute function. Cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Stir in half-and-half. Turn off the cooker and serve.

    • Nutrition

    399 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 1634mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 54mg
    • Calcium: 118mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 955mg

    Categories

    Soup recipes
    Italian recipes
    Instant pot recipes
    Comfort food recipes
    Tuscan recipes