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Crockpot Zuppa Toscana

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 6–7 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free sausage and broth)

Description

This cozy Crockpot Zuppa Toscana is a hearty Tuscan-inspired soup loaded with crumbled Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and vibrant kale, all simmered in a rich, creamy broth. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker favorite that delivers big restaurant-style flavor with minimal effort perfect for busy weeknights or chilly weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups kale, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat and transfer the sausage to the crockpot.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth to the crockpot. Stir to combine everything evenly.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and chopped kale. Add red pepper flakes (if using), plus salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Continue cooking on LOW or HIGH until the kale is wilted and tender and the soup is heated through.
  6. Ladle into bowls and serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a slightly thicker soup, mash a few potato pieces against the side of the crockpot before adding the cream and kale.
  • Adjust the spice level by choosing mild or hot Italian sausage and by increasing or omitting the red pepper flakes.
  • If your sausage is very salty, reduce added salt until after tasting the finished soup.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–7 hours on LOW or 3–4 hours on HIGH
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 14 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: crockpot zuppa toscana, slow cooker zuppa toscana, tuscan sausage soup, kale potato soup, creamy sausage soup

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