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Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain the excess fat, leaving about a tablespoon in the pot.","group":"Prep","title":"Add the Italian sausage","timerMinutes":8,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.","group":"Prep","title":"Add the diced onion","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Pour in the chicken broth and add the sliced potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil at 212°F (100°C), then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour in the chicken broth","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Stir in the chopped kale and heavy cream. Let the soup simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the kale has wilted and the soup is heated through.","group":"Cooking","title":"Stir in the chopped kale and heavy cream","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot in bowls topped with grated Parmesan cheese.","group":"Serving","title":"Season with salt and black pepper","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, use spicy Italian sausage to provide the signature kick. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash a few of the cooked potato slices against the side of the pot before adding the cream.","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Tuscan"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer","saute"],"equipment":["Dutch oven","Chef's knife","Wooden spoon","Measuring cups"],"diet":["gluten_free","high_protein"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Approximately 1.8 liters total volume"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The soup can be made ahead, but it is best to add the kale and cream when reheating to maintain texture."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat to prevent the cream from curdling."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fzuppa_toscana_ffd955fa7d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=cc28389c-0e89-4137-8fb7-c1da7b8a9208","imageAlt":"Zuppa Toscana — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["soup","kale","sausage","creamy","potato","italian","comfort food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Zuppa Toscana","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T08:37:04.909Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T08:37:04.909Z","related":[{"id":"stracciatella_b04893ed16","slug":"italian-stracciatella-soup","title":"Italian Stracciatella Soup","description":"A classic, comforting Italian egg drop soup featuring a savory chicken broth filled with delicate 'rags' of egg, salty Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Roman"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fstracciatella_b04893ed16%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=74780e48-d539-44b4-abe2-7523f99ed1a8","imageAlt":"Italian Stracciatella Soup — recipe cover","tags":["italian","soup","egg drop","quick","comfort food","stracciatella"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":5},{"id":"acquacotta_35a4938107","slug":"acquacotta","title":"Acquacotta","description":"A traditional Tuscan 'cooked water' soup that transforms simple, humble ingredients like stale bread, onions, and greens into a rich and comforting meal topped with a poached egg.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Tuscan"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Facquacotta_35a4938107%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=86370670-935d-4563-928b-9138d46b1047","imageAlt":"Acquacotta — recipe cover","tags":["tuscan","rustic","bread-soup","vegetarian","comfort-food"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":6},{"id":"brodo_di_cappone_8cc587d3e6","slug":"brodo-di-cappone","title":"Brodo di Cappone","description":"A refined, golden, and deeply flavorful traditional Italian capon broth, historically served for Christmas and festive occasions. 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