Name: Olive Garden Style Toscana Soup
Ingredients: Italian sausage forms the flavorful base of this soup. You can use either mild or spicy sausage based on your taste preference. The sausage adds depth and richness to the broth, making it irresistible.; Use two medium-sized russet potatoes for heartiness. These potatoes should be peeled and diced into small cubes. They absorb flavors beautifully and provide a creamy texture as they cook.; One cup of fresh kale adds vibrant color and nutrition to your Toscana soup. Make sure to remove the tough stems before chopping it into bite-sized pieces. The kale wilts down nicely and adds a pleasant earthiness.; Six cups of low-sodium chicken broth create the perfect foundation for your soup. The broth infuses all the ingredients with flavor while keeping it light yet satisfying.; One cup of heavy cream gives the soup its signature creamy texture. This ingredient balances the spices in the sausage and makes each spoonful rich and delicious.; A medium onion adds sweetness and depth to the overall flavor profile. Dicing it finely allows it to caramelize quickly when sautéed with other ingredients.; Three cloves of garlic provide aromatic flavor that elevates the dish. Mince them finely so they release their essential oils when cooked.; Half a teaspoon of red pepper flakes introduces a hint of heat without overpowering the dish. Adjust this amount according to your spice tolerance.; 

Description

Olive Garden Style Toscana Soup is a delightful blend of flavors that brings the warmth of Italian cooking right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make soup features savory sausage, tender potatoes, and fresh kale in a creamy broth that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this recipe captures the essence of comfort food while being simple enough for any home cook.

Ingredients

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H4: Italian Sausage (1 pound)

Italian sausage forms the flavorful base of this soup. You can use either mild or spicy sausage based on your taste preference. The sausage adds depth and richness to the broth, making it irresistible.

H4: Potatoes (2 medium-sized)

Use two medium-sized russet potatoes for heartiness. These potatoes should be peeled and diced into small cubes. They absorb flavors beautifully and provide a creamy texture as they cook.

H4: Kale (1 cup)

One cup of fresh kale adds vibrant color and nutrition to your Toscana soup. Make sure to remove the tough stems before chopping it into bite-sized pieces. The kale wilts down nicely and adds a pleasant earthiness.

H4: Chicken Broth (6 cups)

Six cups of low-sodium chicken broth create the perfect foundation for your soup. The broth infuses all the ingredients with flavor while keeping it light yet satisfying.

H4: Heavy Cream (1 cup)

One cup of heavy cream gives the soup its signature creamy texture. This ingredient balances the spices in the sausage and makes each spoonful rich and delicious.

H4: Onion (1 medium)

A medium onion adds sweetness and depth to the overall flavor profile. Dicing it finely allows it to caramelize quickly when sautéed with other ingredients.

H4: Garlic (3 cloves)

Three cloves of garlic provide aromatic flavor that elevates the dish. Mince them finely so they release their essential oils when cooked.

H4: Red Pepper Flakes (½ teaspoon)

Half a teaspoon of red pepper flakes introduces a hint of heat without overpowering the dish. Adjust this amount according to your spice tolerance.