How to Make Toscana Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a warm, hearty bowl of soup on a cold winter day. And when it comes to comforting and flavorful soups, Toscana Soup is a clear favorite. This Italian-inspired dish features a rich and savory broth, tender potatoes, spicy Italian sausage, and a touch of cream to bring it all together. Toscana Soup is not only delicious and satisfying, but it's also surprisingly easy to make, making it the perfect choice for a cozy weeknight meal or a casual dinner with friends and fa...

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Ingredients

  • 12 links spicy pork sausage, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup diced onion
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chicken soup base
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 potatoes, halved and sliced
  • 2 cups sliced kale
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Place sausage links on a baking sheet and bake 25 minutes, or until cooked through. Slice into 1/2 inch slices.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions until translucent; add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth, water and potatoes; simmer 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low and add sausage, kale and cream; simmer until heated through and serve.
  • Nutrition

    271 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 1216mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 303mg