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Easy Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Copycat Recipe

Easy Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Copycat Recipe

This easy copycat recipe for Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana will warm you up with its hearty combination of sausage, potatoes, and kale in a creamy broth.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage mild or spicy, based on preference
  • 4 cups potatoes sliced, Russet or Yukon Gold
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups kale chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until onion is translucent.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, then add the sliced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in chopped kale and heavy cream, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Season with red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

For best flavor, let the soup sit for several hours or overnight before serving.