BEST Copycat Zuppa Toscana Recipe

BEST Copycat Zuppa Toscana Recipe

6 servings
Classic zuppa toscana soup, in slow cooker form! It tastes WAY better than the restaurant version

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground spicy Italian sausage)

    (mild can be substituted

  • 8 slices bacon

    diced), (divided

  • 1 medium yellow onion

    peeled and diced

  • 2 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 2 Tbsp flour)

    (cornstarch can be substituted

  • 32 oz chicken stock
  • 4 large russet potatoes

    peeled and diced into 1/2 inch pieces

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 bunch kale

    a couple of handfuls

  • Salt and pepper
    to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes.

    optional

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat a large dutch oven or heavy bottomed soup pot over MED-HIGH heat.  Add a small drizzle of oil, then brown sausage, crumbling as it cooks.  Drain well, then remove to a plate.

  2. 2

    Fry bacon is residual sausage grease until crisp, then remove to plate with the sausage.  Drain all but 1 - 1 1/2 Tbsp of bacon grease.

  3. 3

    Add onion to pot and cook 5 minutes, adding garlic the last minute.  

  4. 4

    Sprinkle flour over onion and garlic in pot, then stir to combine.  Pour in chicken stock, stirring as you pour.  Add in potatoes and bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Gently boil about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.  Add in cooked sausage, most of the bacon, heavy cream and kale.  Stir and cook 5-10 minutes until kale is wilted.

  6. 6

    Taste and season with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes if desired.  Top with remaining bacon and enjoy!

BEST Copycat Zuppa Toscana Recipe

BEST Copycat Zuppa Toscana Recipe

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About this Recipe

Craving that famously creamy, savory Zuppa Toscana soup but want to skip the restaurant trip? This copycat recipe delivers all the beloved flavors, promising a version that tastes even better than your takeout favorite.

What sets this Zuppa Toscana apart is its masterful blend of rich, comforting ingredients. You get the robust kick of spicy Italian sausage, the smoky crunch of bacon, and perfectly tender potatoes, all simmered in a creamy, flavorful broth. It’s designed to achieve that deeply satisfying, hearty texture you crave without a lengthy cook time.

Prepare for a truly indulgent soup experience. Each spoonful of this homemade Zuppa Toscana offers a harmonious balance: the warmth of a perfectly seasoned broth, the slight heat from the sausage (or mild if you prefer), and the earthy freshness of tender kale. The potatoes melt in your mouth, while crispy bacon pieces add delightful texture and depth. It’s a full-bodied, incredibly satisfying soup that feels both luxurious and genuinely comforting, perfect for any evening.

Customization & Variations:

  • Easily adjust the heat by swapping spicy Italian sausage for mild.
  • If you're out of all-purpose flour, cornstarch makes an excellent substitute for thickening the broth.
  • For an extra touch of warmth, feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to taste.

This hearty soup is a complete meal in itself, ideal for a cozy family dinner or a comforting gathering with friends. Serve it with a crusty loaf of bread for dipping, and watch it become an instant favorite.

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