Friday, July 3, 2009

Zuppa Toscana (similar to soup served at Olive Garden)

Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

1 lb Italian Sausage

2 large Russet potatoes, sliced in half then in ¼” slices

1 large onion, chopped

½ can Oscar Meyer bacon bits

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cans chicken broth

2 cups Kale or Swiss Chard, chopped

1 quart water

1 cup heavy whipping cream

Makes 4-6 servings

1. Cook sausage, drain and set aside.

2. Place onions, potatoes, chicken broth, water and garlic in pot and cook on medium heat until potatoes are done.

3. Add sausage and bacon bits.

4. Salt and pepper to taste.

5. Simmer for another 10 minutes.

6. Turn to low heat.

7. Add Kale and heavy whipping cream.

8. Heat through and serve.

1 comment:

Stinson Anderson said...

Thanks Hank! This is one of our favorite soups! My daughter Claire will love this.