Can you make Zuppa Toscana in a slow cooker?

Yes. Brown the sausage and bacon first. Add everything except the cream and kale to the slow cooker and cook on Low 5 to 6 hours or High 2 to 3 hours. Stir in cream and kale during the last 15 to 20 minutes.

What potatoes are best for Zuppa Toscana?

Yukon Gold hold their shape and turn silky. Russets work in a pinch but break down a little more.

How do you make Zuppa Toscana less spicy?

Use mild sausage and watch how much pepper you add at the end. You can also add an extra splash of cream to soften the heat.

Can you substitute spinach for kale in Zuppa Toscana?

Yes. Add spinach right at the end and stir until just wilted.

Can you freeze Zuppa Toscana?

Freeze before adding cream and kale; add after reheating.

Creamy Zuppa Toscana (Sausage, Potato & Kale) - One Pot Dinner

Name: Homemade Zuppa Toscana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage, mild or hot; 6 to 8 slices bacon, chopped; 1 large onion, diced; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, diced; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped; Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Creamy, cozy Zuppa Toscana made in one pot with Italian sausage, Yukon gold potatoes, kale, and garlic in a rich, silky broth. Ready in about 45 minutes and always a family-favorite weeknight dinner.

Author: Crystel Montenegro Home
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 30 min
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

1 lb Italian sausage, mild or hot
6 to 8 slices bacon, chopped
1 large onion, diced
3 large garlic cloves, minced
3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Brown the Sausage – Heat a large pot over medium. Add Italian sausage in chunky, nickel-size pieces; cook until no longer pink. Remove and set aside.
- 1 lb Italian sausage, mild or hot
Crisp the Bacon – Using kitchen scissors, cut bacon into bite-size pieces into the pot; cook until almost crispy.
- 6 to 8 slices bacon, chopped
Mince and Chop Ingredients – While bacon cooks, dice Yukon Gold potatoes and onion using my chopper/dicer and mince garlic with my garlic twister.
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
Add Garlic – Stir minced garlic into the bacon; cook ~1 minute until fragrant (don’t brown).
Build the Soup Base – Pour in chicken broth (I use My Easy Homemade Chicken Stock Recipe), then add diced onion, diced potatoes, and the cooked sausage. Scrape up browned bits; bring to a boil.
- 6 cups chicken broth
Simmer the Potatoes – Reduce to a simmer; cook ~10 minutes, until potatoes are just tender.
Add the Cream – Stir in heavy cream; keep at a gentle simmer.
- 1 cup heavy cream
Finish with Kale – Add chopped kale; simmer 2–3 minutes until wilted. Pro Tip: the smaller I dice the kale, the less likely my kids are to pick it out.
- 1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
Season and Serve – Season with salt and black pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve.

Find it online: https://crystelmontenegrohome.com/homemade-zuppa-toscana/