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Healthy Zuppa Toscana

Healthy Zuppa Toscana: Creamy Comfort in Every Spoonful

This Healthy Zuppa Toscana is a nourishing twist on the classic, featuring Italian sausage, creamy coconut milk, and hearty kale.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Use extra virgin for a richer flavor.
  • 1 pound Ground Italian sausage Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 4 ounces Organic bacon Can be replaced with turkey bacon.
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Diced for even cooking.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper Adjust to taste or omit for milder flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely minced.
  • 4 cups Chicken bone broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 3 cups Yellow potatoes Diced into 1-inch pieces.
  • 2 cups Fresh kale Can substitute with spinach.
  • 1 cup Coconut milk Can use heavy cream for richer texture.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until it’s evenly browned and cooked through, then set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add diced organic bacon and fry until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. Add diced yellow onion to the pot, sprinkle in Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken bone broth and bring to a boil. Add diced yellow potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cooked sausage, most of the bacon, fresh kale, and coconut milk. Simmer for 5 minutes, adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove adding broth as needed for creaminess.

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