Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup
Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana soup is a comforting Italian classic that combines rich, creamy broth with savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and nutritious kale. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, this easy slow-cooker recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor. Simply set it and forget it while the ingredients meld into a deliciously warm bowl of goodness. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal that your family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 cups potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), diced
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In your crock pot, combine cooked sausage, diced potatoes, minced garlic, and chicken broth.
- Stir well and add chopped kale on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in heavy cream until heated through.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a twist, substitute kale with spinach or add diced tomatoes for extra flavor. - Adjust spice levels by incorporating red pepper flakes. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for later use.