Olive Garden Copycat Zuppa Toscana Recipe That Tastes Restaurant-Quality
Whip up Olive Garden copycat zuppa toscana at home with this easy, homemade soup packed with sausage, potatoes, kale, and cozy flavor.
Servings: 5
Calories: 414kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup Italian sausage ground
- 2 tbsp oil for frying
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups broth
- water if needed
- 3 potatoes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp dried herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- 1/2 cup cream
- 2 cups kale
- fried bacon opitional
- Parmesan optional
Instructions
- In half the oil, fry the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking up any large pieces with a spatula. Stir to cook evenly. Remove from heat after 7-8 minutes.2 tbsp oil, 1 cup Italian sausage
- In a saucepan, fry the onion in the remaining oil for 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic and fry for 1 more minute.1 onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Pour in the chicken broth, water if needed, cream, diced peeled potatoes, salt, pepper, and herbs. Cook for 20 minutes.3 cups broth, water, 3 potatoes, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/2 cup cream, 1 tsp dried herbs
- Check the potatoes for tenderness.
- Add the browned sausage and kale, cook for another 5 minutes, and turn off the heat.2 cups kale
- Serve with fried bacon, parmesan, and herbs. Enjoy!
Notes
- Brown the Sausage: Cook it well for a deeper flavor.
- Even Potatoes: Cut them the same size so they cook evenly.
- Low Simmer: Keep the heat low to maintain a creamy texture.
- Fresh Kale: Use fresh leaves for the best taste and bite.
- Final Taste Check: Adjust salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 1162mg | Potassium: 751mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1501IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg