Zuppa Toscana Soup Olive Garden Clone
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Zuppa Toscana Soup, a spot-on Olive Garden clone that brings restaurant-quality taste straight to your kitchen! This hearty soup features savory Italian sausage, tender russet potatoes, and vibrant kale swimming in a rich, creamy broth flavored with garlic, onions, and a hint of red pepper flakes for just the right kick. Quick and easy to prepare, with only 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking time, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Finish it off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an irresistible touch of decadence. Whether you’re recreating your favorite Olive Garden experience or warming up on a chilly evening, this Zuppa Toscana is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 cups Kale, stems removed and chopped
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
In the same pot, add the butter and diced onion. Cook over medium heat until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the thinly sliced potatoes, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Add the chopped kale and cooked sausage back into the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the kale to soften slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and heat through for 2-3 minutes, being careful not to let it boil.
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.4 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1566 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1245 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
