Friday, September 2, 2011

Zuppa Toscanna Soup


Like Olive Gardens

Serves:12
Prep time: 35 min

1 lb. Spicy Italian sausage- crumbled
1/2 lb smoked bacon- chopped
1 qt. water
2 14.5 oz cans chicken broth
2 large russet potatoes- cubed (can add more)
2 garlic cloves- crushed
1 medium onion chopped
2 cups chopped kale OR Swiss chard
1 cup heavy cream
salt and pepper to taste

1- In large skillet over medium-high heat, brown sausage, breaking into small pieces as you fry it; drain, set aside
2- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown bacon; drain, set aside
3- Place water, broth, potatoes, garlic, and onion in a pot; simmer over medium heat until potatoes are tender
4- add sausage and bacon to pot; simmer for 10 minutes
5- add kale and cream to pot; season with salt and pepper; heat through

1 comment:

  1. Oh, I love that soup! It's my favorite at Olive Garden! I've made a version of it too! The recipe I found was on thepioneerwoman.com

    We need to have you guys over again because I can tell you're foodies just like me! I have food network magazines you can borrow if you ever want inspiration!

    Steph Johnson

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