Zuppa Toscana Recipe
Homemade chowder with ground sausage, onions, potatoes, and kale
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Sausage
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Add Potatoes and Broth
Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- 4
Incorporate Kale and Cream
Add the chopped kale and heavy cream to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the kale to wilt and the soup to heat through.
- 5
Season and Serve
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with additional kale if desired.





