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Comforting Zuppa Toscana Olive Garden Copycat Soup Recipe Easy and Delicious

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A hearty and flavorful copycat of Olive Garden’s Zuppa Toscana soup featuring spicy Italian sausage, creamy potatoes, and kale in a rich broth. Perfect for cozy evenings and quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, bulk without casings)
  • 4 medium russet potatoes (about 600g), peeled and thinly sliced
  • 4 cups packed kale (about 120g), roughly chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed but leave some for flavor.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Toss in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Stir in the thinly sliced potatoes, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Add the chopped kale and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the kale is tender but still vibrant green. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, warming gently for a couple of minutes. Do not let it boil after adding cream to prevent curdling.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk or cashew cream. Thinly slice potatoes for even cooking and silky texture. Add kale towards the end to keep it tender and vibrant. Brown sausage thoroughly for best flavor. Adjust salt gradually as broth and sausage add saltiness. If soup is too thick, add more broth or water to loosen.

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