The Best Zuppa Toscana Recipe
Come soup season, I am always looking forward to making some super hearty and comforting soups for chilly nights! If you have ever been to Olive Garden, you might have heard of Zuppa Toscana. Zuppa Toscana is a Tuscan-style soup that has Italian sausage, potatoes and kale along with flavorful spices and a creamy broth. Everything about this soup is so delicious and comforting. The whole family is going to absolutely love this soup recipe!
ingredients Needed
The ingredients you need for zuppa toscana soup may seem long, but these ingredients are super simple and mostly pantry staples! Here’s what you’ll need:
Bacon: Cooking the bacon first starts to build lots of flavor and adds a crunchy texture! Italian Sausage: I used hot Italian sausage, but you can use mild sausage if you prefer. Onion & Garlic: For aroma and flavor! All-purpose Flour: All-purpose flour helps to thicken the soup up. For a gluten-free soup, use 1 tablespoon of cornstarch whisked with 1 tablespoon of water and add at the end! Add more for a thicker soup, if desired. Chicken Broth: If you use low sodium chicken broth, just make sure that you season the soup with salt to your taste! Worcestershire Sauce: For added umami flavor! Hot Sauce: Add a few dashes of hot sauce if you like it slightly spicy! Italian Seasoning: All you need to season this to perfection is Italian seasoning! Bay Leaves: Make sure to use bay leaves that are not expired for the most flavor. Potatoes: You can peel them if you want, but it isn’t necessary. Just make sure to scrub them well and then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Heavy Cream: To make the broth super creamy! Kale: For added nutrition and texture. Parsley: For garnish. Parmesan Cheese: For extra flavor as garnish! Salt & Pepper: To taste!
How to Make This Recipe
Tips for Success
Adjust the spice in this recipe by choosing hot or milk Italian sausage and adding your desired amount of hot sauce! For a low carb soup, swap out the potatoes for cauliflower! Serve your zuppa toscana soup with homemade crescent rolls, an Italian grilled cheese, or easy focaccia bread!
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