Super-Delicious Zuppa Toscana Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

May 17, 2008

I can't get enough of this soup! I tweaked it by leaving out the bacon and using kale instead of spinach (the famous restaurant uses kale). I also added 1 teaspoon of fennel as I think that it is crucial to the flavor of the soup. My Italian sausage was hot enough without the added red pepper, also. Still, I think this recipe is pretty forgiving and you can add or subtract to your taste. This was just what I was looking for to start me on my way to my new favorite soup. I also loved how quickly everything cooked.

—kris

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Aug 13, 2012

I made this soup last night. I used Johnsonville Sweet Basil Italian sausage (which I LOVE) and Campbells chicken broth. It turned out EXTREMELY salty. I can handle a lot of salt in my food, and this was too salty, even for me. I added extra cream, just to try and tone down some of the saltiness. Maybe it might be better with reduced sodium ingredients, but I will not be making this again. Thanks anyways!

—BrycesGirl

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Feb 10, 2008

This is my favorite soup! Instead of heavy cream I use milk with about 3 tbsp cornstarch. And instead of spinach, I use kale. This soup freezes great, too! Wonderful!

—LisaGest

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Feb 06, 2008

This is very similar to a recipe that I make. I use hot sausage instead of mild, no hot pepper flakes, only 2-4 russett potatoes (depending on the size)sliced thin and they hold their shape and do not come out mushy and kale. You can substitute cauliflower for the potatoes for a lower carb diet and it is just as delicious. Definately just crumble the bacon instead of cutting into pieces. This is a crowd pleaser and my family loves it when I make this recipe!

—luvmyvacations

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Jan 12, 2012

This is a great soup. Use Kale in place of the spinach and voila, you have the original recipe! HELPFUL HINTS: To avoid orange soup, rinse your sausage in very HOT water; use 5 potatoes sliced thick and 2 potatoes sliced thin. The variation in the potato size allows the thinly sliced potatoes to cook down and thicken the broth; a mix of hot and mild sausage gives the soup more "zip", and last, use low sodium chicken broth. Serve with hot crusty bread for a great meal.

—Crystal S

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Aug 31, 2007

Great recipe! I had to tweak it a little, but that's ok, I always tweak whatever recipe I look at... a full pound of sausage was a bit much for me so I used a half a pound, and make sure you blot all the grease from the sausage or it will float to the top. Instead of spinach I used kale, it's a heartier green and doesn't wilt in the soup, the texture stays firm for a long time. Delicious!!

—shaz1107

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Jul 02, 2007

Just made a few little changes to this recipe. I used turkey sausage, 7 potatoes, and ready-to-use bacon crumbles, better than bouillon instead of cans of broth, and milk instead of heavy cream. It was absolutely fantastic, better, I dare say, than the soup from the chain.

—Aly

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Nov 27, 2007

YUM! This was the perfect dinner for a cold night! It does taste a lot like the restaurant's soup! I agree with the suggestions of using fewer potatoes. I used 4 (3 small and 1 bigger) and there was plenty of potato! It soaked up quite a bit of the broth, so the soup was pretty thick. Also, I used kale instead of spinach. Very good! My husband loved it! I'll definitely make it again!

—Andrea

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Nutrition

Calories
555 kcal
28%

Carbohydrates
45.8 g
15%

Cholesterol
99 mg
33%

Fat
32.7 g
50%

Fiber
5.6 g
22%

Protein
19.8 g
40%

Sodium
2391 mg
96%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Super-Delicious Zuppa Toscana

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 555
Calories from Fat: 294

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.7g 50 %
Saturated Fat 15g 75 %
Cholesterol 99mg 33 %
Sodium 2391mg 96 %
** Potassium 1249mg 35 %
Total Carbohydrates 45.8g 15 %
Dietary Fiber 5.6g 22 %
Protein 19.8g 40 %
Sugars 5g
Vitamin A 42 %
Vitamin C 81 %
Calcium 11 %
Iron 30 %
** Thiamin 59 %
** Niacin 65 %
** Vitamin B6 57 %
** Magnesium 28 %
** Folate 39 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.