Copycat Olive Garden Zuppa Tuscana

Recreate the warm, comforting flavors of Olive Garden at home with this Copycat Zuppa Toscana recipe! Overflowing with hearty ingredients like savory Italian sausage, crispy bacon, tender russet potatoes, and vibrant kale, this creamy soup is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Simmered in a rich chicken broth and finished with a luxurious splash of heavy cream, it strikes the perfect balance of bold and comforting flavors. With just 50 minutes from start to finish, this easy recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or serving to guests alongside warm crusty bread. Bring the taste of your favorite Italian restaurant to your kitchen today!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 4 slices Bacon
• 3 large Russet potatoes
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 3 cups Kale
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (optional, for sautéing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, crumble and cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the bacon slices and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon, chop into small pieces, and set aside. Keep about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pot, or add olive oil if preferred.

Step 3

Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the pot and sauté over medium heat until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Peel the russet potatoes and slice them into thin rounds. Add the potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 5

While the soup is simmering, wash and roughly chop the kale. Remove any tough stems for a better texture in the soup.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are tender, add the cooked sausage, bacon pieces, kale, and heavy cream to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt, ground black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Simmer the soup on low for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite bread or rolls. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3280.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3572.9

Total Fat 224.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.0g
Cholesterol 634.6mg	0%
Sodium 9948.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 143.2g	0%

Vitamin D 186.6IU	0%
Calcium 542.8mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 8312.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.4%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 26.3%