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Zuppa Toscana Olive Garden Copycat recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dinner
Joe Rooney

Zuppa Toscana Olive Garden Copycat Made Cozy and Perfect

This Zuppa Toscana Olive Garden Copycat is a creamy soup recipe that's perfect for an easy dinner or a satisfying weeknight family dinner. Loaded with Italian sausage, crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and nutritious kale, this Italian sausage soup brings warmth and comfort to your table.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 bowls
Calories: 458

Ingredients
  

  • 6 oz bacon, chopped
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage, The “Hot” variety
  • 1 head of garlic, about 10 large cloves, peeled and minced or pressed
  • 1 onion, medium, finely diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth, or chicken stock
  • 4 cups water
  • 5 russet potatoes, medium, peeled and chopped into 1/4" thick pieces*
  • 1 kale bundle, leaves stripped and chopped (6 cups)
  • 1 cup whipping cream, or 1 can full fat unsweetened coconut milk
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, optional, to serve

Notes

  • *If you prefer a keto soup, use cauliflower instead of potatoes and cook until tender.
  • Storage and Reheating:
  • Fridge: once completely cool, cover and refrigerate leftovers for 3-4 days.
  • Freezer: Soups with cream and potatoes do not freeze well, so I don’t recommend freezing this soup.
  • Reheat: Warm on the stove over medium-low heat or in the microwave until steaming hot. Avoid boiling.