Gnocchi Zuppa Toscana Recipe
Gnocchi Zuppa Toscana is a comforting Italian-inspired soup featuring hearty Italian sausage, tender gnocchi, fresh kale, and a creamy broth. This rustic dish combines savory flavors and satisfies as a perfect meal for chilly days.
- Author: Luna
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Salt
Meat
Vegetables
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups kale, chopped
Liquids
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Pasta
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- Brown the sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks for even browning.
- Sauté onion: Add the diced onion to the pot with the browned sausage and cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add broth and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate kale and gnocchi: Stir in the chopped kale and the package of gnocchi, allowing them to cook until the gnocchi floats to the surface and the kale is tender, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add cream and finish: Pour in the heavy cream and let the soup simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the soup thicken slightly.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately, optionally with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.
Notes
- For a spicier version, use spicy Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute kale with spinach or Swiss chard if preferred.
- Gnocchi can be store-bought or homemade.
- Use low-fat cream or milk for a lighter soup, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Gnocchi Zuppa Toscana, Italian soup, sausage soup, kale soup, creamy gnocchi soup