Description
This Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for any day of the week. It combines Italian sausage, potatoes, kale, and a creamy broth for a delicious meal that’s ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed; mild or spicy)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- 4 medium potatoes, cut into cubes (russet recommended)
- 4 cups kale, chopped (about 1 small bunch)
- 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium or no sodium added)
- 1 cup half and half or heavy cream
Instructions
- Sauté Italian Sausage: Heat olive oil and cook Italian sausage until no longer pink.
- Add Aromatics and Seasonings: Cook onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until fragrant.
- Combine Potatoes and Broth: Add potatoes, chicken broth, and stir well.
- Pressure Cook: Set Instant Pot to Manual/Pressure Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add Kale and Cream: Stir in kale, cook briefly, and finish with half and half or heavy cream.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning, then serve warm garnished with optional toppings.
Notes
- Choose mild or spicy Italian sausage based on preference.
- Use russet potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Substitute spinach for kale if desired.
- Nutrition values are based on a 2-cup serving size.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg