After trying and adapting tons of versions we can confidently say this is the Best Copycat Zuppa Toscana Soup recipe out there! Hearty, delicious and quick to throw together, it's about to become your new favorite soup!
From the moment I first tried Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana Soup I fell in love with it! What can I say, food is my first true love ;). Ever since that moment I tried every Zuppa Toscana recipe I could find, and I can confidently say that this recipe from one of my best friends is the BEST one on the internet.
Here are a few other soup recipes we are obsessed with! Lasagna Soup | Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup | Broccoli Cheddar Soup
We also love serving this soup with our easy Homemade Rustic French Bread.
Zuppa Toscana Soup
If you have never tried Zuppa Toscana before, get excited! It is the perfect blend of filling, flavorful and delicious without making you feel over full afterwards! It is a perfect recipe to serve to guests because it tastes gourmet, makes a lot, and is pretty simple to throw together!
How to Make Zuppa Toscana Soup
Is it sounding like a winner yet? I hope so! Here are a few step by step photos to help you know you are on the right track!
Top Left: Gather and prepare all your ingredients so you are ready to go.
Top Right: Place onion, potatoes, chicken broth, water, and garlic in a large pot. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15- 20 minutes.
Bottom Left: Cook your sausage and bacon and add them to your pot. Add salt and Pepper to taste.
Bottom Right: Reduce heat and add cut pieces of kale and heavy cream. Add crushed red pepper if desired. Heat through and enjoy!
Zuppa Toscana FAQ's
Before we get to the recipe let's answer a few frequently asked questions about Zuppa Toscana Soup!
How long is homemade soup good for in the fridge?
Homemade soups are typically safe to store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Can I freeze Zuppa Toscana Soup?
Yes! If it has been four days and we still have a significant amount of soup left then I will freeze it to use again. Because this soup does have heavy cream I do like to use the frozen soup within 1-2 months but I have never had a problem with texture when reheating this soup.
What does Zuppa mean?
Zuppa simply means soup or stew!
Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe
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Zuppa Toscana
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Ingredients
- 1 Pound Italian Sausage
- 2 Large Potatoes Peeled and Cut into Squares
- 1 Yellow Onion Diced
- 8-10 Slices Bacon
- 2 Teaspoons Garlic Minced
- 2 14 oz. Cans Chicken Broth
- 4 Cups Water
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 2 Bunches Kale
- ½ Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Place onion, potatoes, chicken broth, water, and garlic in a large pot. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15- 20 minutes
- Cook your Sausage and Bacon. Cut bacon into bite size peices and add both items into your pot.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce heat and add cut pieces of kale and heavy cream. Add crushed red pepper if desired.
- Heat through and serve.
Notes
How long is homemade soup good for in the fridge?
Homemade soups are typically safe to store in the fridge for 3-4 days.Can I freeze Zuppa Toscana Soup?
Yes! If it has been four days and we still have a significant amount of soup left then I will freeze it to use again. Because this soup does have heavy cream I do like to use the frozen soup within 1-2 months but I have never had a problem with texture when reheating this soup.Nutrition
Well there you have it friends! Happy Eating!
xo,
Melissa McArthur
THE BEST copycat ever. One of my absolute favorite meals. A MUST TRY!
Jessica
Thank you so much Melissa! So glad you love it like we do!