Creamy Hearty Tuscan Soup Delight You’ll Crave Daily
This Hearty Tuscan Soup Delight is a comforting bowl of rich flavors and creamy textures, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
- 1 pound Italian Sausage or turkey sausage for lighter option
- 1 medium Onion yellow or white
- 4 cloves Garlic fresh preferred
For the Bulk
- 2 cups Potatoes Russet or Yukon gold
- 4 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For Creaminess
- 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
For the Greens
- 2 cups Kale or Spinach fresh preferred
For the Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning or substitutes like oregano, basil, or thyme
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large pot, warm olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Incorporate chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Mix in diced potatoes, ensuring they are evenly coated in the flavorful oil.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a rolling boil.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes; reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add heavy cream, gently stirring as the soup returns to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in chopped kale or spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Notes
Allow the soup to sit for a few minutes before serving to enhance the flavors. Pair with crusty bread or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
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