Description
A hearty and creamy Tuscan soup featuring savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and bright kale, perfect for cozy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (Mild or spicy)
- 4 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold, diced)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 bunch kale (chopped, about 4 cups)
- 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute with half-and-half)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Add the chopped kale and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat and carefully stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the soup to warm through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls with crusty bread on the side if desired.
Notes
Perfect for meal prep, this soup is quick and comforting. Serve with crusty bread, garlic toast, or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg