Tuscany Soup
A comforting Italian soup featuring Italian sausage, potatoes, kale, and a creamy base, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage Choose good quality sausage for best flavor.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
- 4 medium potatoes, diced Fresh potatoes are recommended.
- 1 cup kale, chopped Use fresh kale for better flavor.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or milk.
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
Cooking the Sausage
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Sautéing Vegetables
- In the same pot, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Cooking Potatoes
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Final Touches
- Add chopped kale and cooked sausage back to the pot. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Warm for another minute before serving.
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Notes
For a vegetarian version, replace sausage with plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth. This soup keeps well and can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.