Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana soup
Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana soup is a comforting Italian classic that combines savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and nutritious kale in a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this one-pot wonder simmers effortlessly while you go about your day. Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your home as family and friends gather around the table to indulge in this hearty dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (sliced thin)
- 2 cups fresh kale (stems removed, chopped)
- 1 medium sweet onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In the crock pot, combine the browned sausage, sliced potatoes, chopped onions, minced garlic, and kale.
- Pour in enough chicken broth to cover the ingredients.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; add red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired.
- Set the crock pot on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg