Zuppa Toscana

Zuppa Toscana is a hearty and flavorful Italian soup that features ingredients like potatoes, Italian sausage and a creamy broth, making it a comforting dish perfect for cooler weather.

To prepare Zuppa Toscana in a slow cooker, simply brown the sausage in a skillet, then combine it with diced potatoes, onions, garlic, chicken broth, and spices in the slow cooker. Let it cook on low for several hours, and near the end of cooking, stir in kale and whipping cream for a rich finish. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan,  if desired, for a satisfying meal.

Zuppa Toscana

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Zuppa Toscana is a much-loved Italian potato soup, and it’s easily made in your slow cooker.

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 1/2 hours
• Total Time: 0 hours
• Category: Soup
• Method: Slow Cooker
• Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 5 small cans chicken broth
• 6 potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup whipping cream
• Kale, chopped (as much as desired)

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Instructions

1. Brown sausage with red pepper flakes.
2. Saute onion and garlic in sausage grease.
3. Add chicken broth, potatoes, sausage and onion to slow cooker.
4. Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or on LOW for 5 to 6 hours.
5. Add whipping cream and kale, and cook for 30 minutes longer.

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