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Creamy Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Copycat Soup Easy Homemade Recipe

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A quick and easy copycat of Olive Garden’s Zuppa Toscana soup featuring spicy Italian sausage, kale, and creamy broth, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
  • 3 medium russet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and thinly sliced
  • 4 cups chopped kale, tough stems removed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add diced onion to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking another 30 seconds until fragrant. Avoid burning the garlic.
  3. Stir in the thinly sliced potatoes, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Add the chopped kale to the pot, stirring to combine. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently. Let the soup simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes to meld flavors and slightly thicken.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, starting with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then adjust after tasting.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Optionally garnish with freshly cracked black pepper or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Notes

If the soup gets too thick, add a splash of broth or water to loosen it. Use turkey sausage for a leaner option or plant-based sausage for vegetarian. Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for dairy-free. Add kale last to keep it vibrant and avoid overcooking. Brown sausage properly for best flavor. Thinly slice potatoes for even cooking.

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Keywords: Zuppa Toscana, Olive Garden copycat, creamy soup, Italian sausage soup, kale soup, easy dinner, comfort food

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