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Zuppa-Toscana-Pasta-Recipe

Zuppa Toscana Pasta

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Zuppa Toscana Pasta combines savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and fresh greens, all in a creamy broth. Perfect for a quick dinner, this recipe offers hearty flavor, and simple preparation, making it a go-to for comfort food lovers.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb ground sweet Italian sausage
  • 1 ½ cup diced Yukon Gold potatoes
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried ditalini pasta
  • 1 ½ cups low sodium chicken stock
  • ½ cup room temperature whole milk
  • 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.
  2. Add the sausage to the pan and cook for 8 minutes, breaking it apart until browned.
  3. Stir in the potatoes, onions, garlic, pepper, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the ditalini pasta and stir. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock, milk, and kale. Stir to combine and cover with a lid, cooking for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese.

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Notes

Feel free to use other types of greens like spinach or Swiss chard for variation.
For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage instead of sweet sausage.
This dish can be made ahead and reheated for an easy meal.

  • Author: Alejandro
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One Pot
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 740mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg