Slow Cooker Tuscan Soup
A warm, hearty bowl of Slow Cooker Tuscan Soup with Italian sausage, fresh kale, and creamy potatoes, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage Use quality Italian sausage for deeper flavor.
- 4 cups chicken broth Ensure it's gluten-free if necessary.
- 2 cups chopped fresh kale Kale can be substituted with spinach or Swiss chard.
- 2 large potatoes, diced Waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold are recommended for creaminess.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant.
- Transfer the browned sausage to your slow cooker.
- Add the chicken broth, chopped kale, diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Set the slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Allow the soup to heat through before serving.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally sprinkle with fresh chopped kale or black pepper.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and warm, crusty bread.
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Notes
Allow cooled soup to be stored in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, or freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.