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Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup: A Cozy Bowl of Comfort

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup, featuring savory Italian sausage, crispy bacon, and tender kale.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 lb Mild Italian Sausage or use hot sausage for a spicier kick
  • 6 oz Diced Bacon or pancetta for a different flavor
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter can substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 Large Onion (finely chopped) or shallots for a milder flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic is best
  • 1 tbsp Flour can swap with gluten-free flour if necessary
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth vegetable broth is a suitable swap
  • 1 cube Beef Bouillon (crushed) optional for a lighter flavor
  • 3 medium Russet Potatoes (sliced) any waxy potato can substitute
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can use half-and-half or coconut cream for lighter version
  • 3 cups Chopped Kale or use baby spinach or Swiss chard
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Chili Flakes

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking it apart until fully cooked.
  2. Add diced bacon to the pot and cook until crispy. Transfer to a plate and leave drippings in the pot.
  3. Sauté onions and garlic in the remaining drippings until softened and fragrant.
  4. Incorporate flour into the onion mixture and stir for about 2 minutes.
  5. Add chicken broth and crushed beef bouillon to the pot. Bring to a boil while stirring well.
  6. Add sliced potatoes and simmer until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream, cooked sausage, bacon, and chopped kale. Simmer until kale is tender.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with crusty bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for chilly evenings and can be made in one pot for easy cleanup. It pairs well with a salad or crusty bread.

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