Zuppa Toscana Soup is a cozy hearty and comforting soup made with sausage, potatoes, kale and a touch of cream. This version is made with only 8 ingredients and comes together in 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

– 1 small onion, chopped.

– 2 cloves garlic, minced.

– 3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage or 3 Italian sausage links with casing removed. 

– 4 cups chicken or veggie broth.

– 2 cups white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-2 inch pieces. 

– 2 cups kale, roughly chopped, stems removed.

– 1/2 cup heavy cream.

– 5 slices crispy cooked bacon chopped.

– salt and pepper taste.

1) Heat a large pot on the stop top to medium high heat and add the sausage. Cook and until browned. Remove the cooked sausage to a bowl with a slotted spoon.

2) Add the onion, sauté for 3-4 minutes then add the minced garlic. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until garlic is tender. 

3) Add the broth and potatoes. Season with salt and pepper, bring to a steady simmer. Let simmer until the potatoes become tender. About 7-8 minutes. 

4) When the potatoes become tender, reduce heat to medium. Add the crumbled sausage, the heavy cream and the kale. Mix and let simmer until the kale wilts. Add the chopped cooked crispy bacon and adjust taste with salt and pepper if needed. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Makes 8 servings.