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Crockpot Tuscan Soup

A hearty and warming soup featuring Italian sausage, kale, and a creamy broth, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 375 grams Italian sausage meat (without casings, mild or spicy) ¾ lb
  • 1 small onion (finely diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1.5 lbs Russet or gold potatoes (about 4 medium, peeled and diced)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)
  • 3/4 cup cream (10-30% will work fine)
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large frying pan, brown the Italian sausage with the diced onion over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Transfer the sausage mixture to your slow cooker.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, add the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if you want extra spice.
Cooking
  1. Cook on Low for 4-5 hours or High for about 2 hours. Cooking times may vary based on your slow cooker.
  2. Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the kale, cream, and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings if needed.
Serving
  1. Serve the soup piping hot in bowls, topped with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs.

Notes

For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream and kale. Try using turkey sausage for a lighter option. If you prefer more spice, add additional red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce when serving.