Copycat Olive Garden™ Zuppa Toscana Soup
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Copycat Olive Garden™ Zuppa Toscana Soup

10 servings
Forget about going out—that requires putting shoes on, and we think that sounds pretty lame. Stay in instead and enjoy a soup and breadsticks deal of your own with a bowl of this hearty Zuppa Toscana copycat soup. It tastes just like the Olive Garden™ soup you’re craving, and you don’t have to tip your waiter.

Ingredients

  • ground hot sausage
    1 lb
  • onion

    diced

    1 medium
  • garlic

    minced

    3 cloves
  • flour
    1 tbsp
  • progresso™ chicken broth
    2 cartons
  • russet potatoes
    6
  • heavy cream
    1 c
  • torn kale pieces
    6 c

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large soup pot over medium heat, add the sausage. Cook until the sausage begins to brown, crumbling it up with a wooden spoon.

  2. 2

    As the sausage cooks, wash the potatoes and cut each in half lengthwise. Slice into ¼-inches slices.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    When sausage is broken and beginning to brown, add onion and garlic to the pan and continue cooking until the sausage is cooked through and the onions are translucent.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine thoroughly. Then stir in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Once soup is boiling, add potatoes to the pot. Cook for 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and kale. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve warm.

    Step 6
Copycat Olive Garden™ Zuppa Toscana Soup
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Copycat Olive Garden™ Zuppa Toscana Soup

35 min10 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving that hearty, savory Zuppa Toscana from Olive Garden™ but don't want to leave the house? This copycat recipe brings all the warmth and flavor right to your kitchen, offering a delicious homemade version that comes together surprisingly quickly.

This recipe truly captures the essence of Olive Garden's favorite soup by expertly combining spicy ground hot sausage, tender russet potatoes, and fresh, vibrant kale. The balance of a savory chicken broth base with a generous cup of heavy cream creates a rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying bowl that tastes just like the restaurant classic.

Prepare for a truly satisfying bowl of soup where every spoonful is a journey of textures and flavors. You'll find the robust, spicy kick of the sausage perfectly complemented by the creamy, earthy potatoes. The fresh kale adds a touch of welcome bitterness and vibrant color, all swimming in a velvety, indulgent broth. It's a robust entree designed to warm you from the inside out, making it a perfect meal for a cozy evening.

While this recipe nails that signature Zuppa Toscana taste, it's also incredibly forgiving for home cooks. If you prefer less heat, swap the hot ground sausage for a mild Italian sausage. For a slightly different potato texture, consider using Yukon Gold potatoes in place of russets. You can also adjust the amount of kale to your liking, adding more for extra greens.

This comforting Zuppa Toscana is a fantastic entree on its own, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering. Serve it alongside some warm, crusty bread or garlic breadsticks to complete that classic soup and bread experience.

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