Zuppa Toscana Soup {Olive Garden Copycat Recipe}

Name: Zuppa Toscana Soup {Olive Garden Copycat Recipe}
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tsp olive oil; 1 lb Italian Sausage ((casings removed if necessary)); 4 oz bacon ((about 4 slices), diced into small pieces*); 1 cup chopped yellow onion ((about 1 small onion)); 3 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup water**; 1 1/2 lbs Russet potatoes,*** (scrubbed and rinsed then sliced into halves, halves diced into 1/6-inch slices); 1 1/2 tsp granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, (crushed (optional)); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups half and half; 1 1/2 cups packed chopped kale; Finely shredded Romano cheese for serving, (optional)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:35min

This is one of the tastiest, most comforting soups on a chilly day! It's packed with slices of tender russet potatoes, salty Italian sausage and bacon, fresh kale and a rich and creamy broth. Everyone will want more!

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:49:58 GMT