Stoddard Farms Toscana Soup

Oct 22, 2024 | Recipes

At Stoddard Farms, we know that life can be busy, but that doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice a delicious, hearty meal. That’s why we’re excited to share a delicious fall soup recipe that we are sure will become a favorite—Toscana Soup! This rich and flavorful soup, packed with potatoes, sausage, kale, and a flavor-filled broth, is perfect for those cooler days when you’re craving something comforting yet quick to prepare. 

What makes this Toscana Soup extra special is its versatility. Whether you’ve got a full day ahead or just remembered to start dinner, this recipe works either way. You can toss all the ingredients in your crockpot in the morning and let it slowly cook to perfection, or whip it up on the stove for a fast yet satisfying dinner.

INGREDIENTS

32 oz chicken stock or broth

3 cups water

24 oz Italian (or spicy) sausage

8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled

5-8 medium russet potatoes, 1/4 inch slices

1/2 large onion

2-3 cloves of garlic

2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

1/4 tsp onion powder

1/4 tsp garlic powder

2 cups kale, chopped

1 cup heavy whipping cream

DIRECTIONS

Crockpot Method:

  • Brown the Italian sausage in a skillet, breaking it into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place all ingredients EXCEPT for kale and heavy cream into crockpot.
  • Cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in kale and let cook for another 30 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream, let heat through and serve.

Quick Method:

  • Brown the sausage in a skillet, breaking it into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place all ingredients EXCEPT for kale and heavy cream into a large pot.
  • Cook until potatoes are fork tender.
  • Stir in kale and heavy cream until heated through and serve.

 

Made with our fresh Stoddard Farms potatoes, this Toscana Soup will quickly become a family favorite. It’s the perfect way to bring wholesome ingredients to your table, no matter how busy life gets. Warm, savory, and nourishing, it’s the ultimate dish to enjoy during the harvest season.

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Enjoy your cozy bowl of comfort, straight from Stoddard Farms to your kitchen!