Description
Olive garden zuppa toscana soup with turkey sausage brings hearty flavors from Italian countryside kitchens. Robust ingredients blend perfectly, creating a comforting meal that delights hungry diners who crave authentic regional warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1 pound (454 grams) turkey sausage, casings removed
Vegetables:
- 3 medium russet potatoes, sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) kale, chopped
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (946 milliliters) chicken broth
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) water
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown turkey sausage in a large pot over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until softened and aromatic, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and water into the pot, then add sliced potatoes. Bring to a gentle boil and reduce heat, allowing potatoes to simmer until tender and easily pierced with a fork, around 10-12 minutes.
- Reintroduce the cooked sausage to the pot and stir to distribute evenly throughout the liquid.
- Add chopped kale to the soup, stirring until the leaves begin to wilt and become vibrant green, about 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly pour heavy cream into the soup, creating a rich and creamy texture. Sprinkle red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are heated through and flavors are well combined.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls and enjoy immediately while still steaming.
Notes
- Swap traditional pork sausage with lean turkey sausage for a healthier, lower-fat version of this classic soup.
- Enhance the soup’s nutrition by using kale, a superfood packed with vitamins and antioxidants that adds vibrant color and texture.
- For a dairy-free option, replace heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream to maintain the soup’s rich, creamy consistency.
- Chop kale into small pieces to ensure even distribution and easier eating, helping each spoonful contain a perfect blend of ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 251 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg