Zuppa Toscana (Olive Garden Copy Cat Recipe)
This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for cozy nights in or gatherings with loved ones.
Equipment
- 1 large stock pot
Ingredients
- 16 oz hot Italian sausage
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 medium white onion diced
- 5 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 7 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb yukon gold potatoes diced into 1 inch pieces
- 4 cups kale chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
For serving
- freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- cooked and chopped bacon
Instructions
- In a large stock pot over medium-high heat cook your italian sausage until browned. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Add butter and onions to the pot and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and good until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 12-14 minutes.
- Add sausage back to the pot. Stir in. heavy cream and add the kale. Salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 5 minutes for kale to soften.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately topped with bacon bits and fresh grated parmesan.