Keto Tuscan Soup
A delightful Italian-inspired soup that's low in carbohydrates and packed with nutritious ingredients like kale and hearty Italian sausage, making it perfect for those following a ketogenic lifestyle.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage Use your preferred type of sausage.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth Low sodium option recommended.
- 2 cups kale, chopped Rinse and dry before chopping.
- 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter soup, use half-and-half.
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes Adjust for spice level preference.
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the Italian sausage, cooking until browned for about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and soft, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, increase the heat, and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the chopped kale and red pepper flakes. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and incorporate the heavy cream, stirring until well combined and heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
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Notes
For best flavor, add heavy cream when reheating if making in advance. Experiment with different greens like spinach or Swiss chard. A big pot can last several meals and is perfect for meal prep.