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Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup

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When the weather is brisk, there is nothing I crave more than a bowl of warm, hearty soup. I’m not too picky when it comes to soups or stews, but my favorite, hands down, is Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup, just like you get from Olive Garden. I can’t say this is a copycat recipe, for the simple fact that it’s loaded with potatoes, bacon, kale and Italian sausage. Each bite is filled with mouthwatering goodness that will warm you from the inside out.

Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup just like you can get from Olive Garden

Doesn’t that look amazing? The bacon, the Italian sausage, the potatoes, the kale — all of it — it’s the most comforting soup I’ve ever eaten.

Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup

Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup

Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup

Yield: 12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Bacon, potatoes and Italian sausage come together to make this a hearty soup that warms the soul.

Ingredients

  • 12 slices bacon, sliced
  • 2 lbs Johnsonville All Natural Ground Mild Italian Sausage
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 10 cups chicken broth
  • 5 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced (I used a mandolin to get even slices. I also left the skin on the potatoes because that is how my local restaurant serves it, plus the skin is filled with nutrients)
  • 1 bunch kale, leaves torn from stem and chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • Freshly ground black pepper and salt, to taste

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, cook bacon until brown and crispy; transfer to paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add ground Italian sausage and cook until evenly browned. Drain excess grease and set aside.
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are translucent. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Carefully add in potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, or until they are tender.
  • Stir in cooked sausage. Add chopped kale and stir. It will cook down a little as you stir. Once it's cooked down, stir in bacon. Stir in heavy cream, and season with freshly ground black pepper, and salt, if needed.

    • I’m not one to brag, y’all, but this Zuppa Toscana Soup is absolutely delicious. It’s so hearty and filling that I serve this to my family as a meal. The kids love it, the hubby loves it, and it’s pretty simple & quick to make.

    Home Zuppa Toscana Soup from Olive Garden

    We usually have Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup at lease a couple times of month during the cold months. And any time we go to Olive Garden, it’s our soup of choice.

    Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup from Olive Garden

    Obviously my family of five can not eat 12 servings in one sitting, but I always make a huge batch so that we have leftovers. I love being able to heat a serving up on the stove for an easy lunch the rest of the week.

    Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup from Olive Garden

    I have to give a shot out to my dad who first showed me how to make Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup. Thankfully he’s an amazing cook and passes his recipes down to me — thanks DAD!

    When it’s cold outside, what is your favorite food that warms you up inside?

    A special thank you to Johnsonville for sponsoring this recipe.
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    Crystal Reagan, the owner and founder of SimplyBeingMommy.com lives in Small Town, Texas with her husband and 3 children. Crystal and her website have been featured on local and national news stations including Channel 2 Houston and ABC News. She has also appeared on BetterTV as a Mommy Expert for VTech.

    Comments

    2. Chrysa says

      This sounds delicious. It has a lot of my favorite ingredients in it. I’m sure I would end up putting in more garlic though – I always load up the garlic!

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    4. Sarah says

      Looks perfect for these cold nights we’ve been having in the desert! I’ve been making lots of hearty soups lately so this one might jump in the rotation!

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    8. Scott says

      Olive Garden used to be one of our favorite places to eat when we lived out west. We hate that there are none in our area – we have to drive 2+ hours to get to one!

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    16. Wendy says

      This is one of my most favorite soups, ever! Every single thing in it is something I love. This soup, a laof of bread and some wine is a perfect snowy evening!

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    20. Notorious Spinks says

      This soup looks good. I’ve never had it even though I go to OG often. I’ll have to check it out on the next trip. My favorite warm me up dish is chili. It is soooo good with a hot and buttery cheese toast.

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    21. Nolie says

      Never heard of his before but probably has something to do with the fact I have never been to an Olive Garden. Sad I know, but they don’t exist where I live. Looks totally delicious though.

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    24. Marcie W. says

      This is my absolute favorite thing at Olive Garden! I even craved it when I was pregnant with my third child and hubs attempted to make a homemade version, which turned out pretty wonderful. I look forward to giving your recipe a try soon!

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    36. Julie says

      Oh my goodness that looks amazing! We got a bunch of snow overnight and I see more soup making in my immediate future. Pinning this now!

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    65. Andrea Kruse says

      This is by far one of my favorite Olive Garden offerings! I have made this soup several times for my family and I always love it. Something about Bacon, kale, sausage and potatoes that just is so deliciously comforting!

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    67. Ann says

      Any freshly grated parmesan cheese on this soup, at OG they put parm cheese on everything, I have a copycat recipe for their chicken & gnocci soup, this soup sounds delish, will try it. Thank you! Ann

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