Description
Slow Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup is a comforting, creamy delight, perfect for chilly days. This hearty soup features tender potatoes, spicy Italian sausage, and nutrient-rich kale, all simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth. Easy to prepare and ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 4 medium yellow potatoes (diced)
- 2 cups fresh kale (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté onions in the same skillet until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Transfer the sausage mixture to a slow cooker. Add diced potatoes and chopped kale.
- Pour in chicken broth and season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 15-30 minutes before serving, stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg