crock pot zuppa toscana

Name: Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 4 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound(s) mild italian sausage links; 2 - large baking potatoes, cut in half then quartered; 1 - onion, chopped; 1/4 cup(s) bacon bits (i use real bacon); 3 - garlic cloves, minced; 2 cup(s) kale, (or swiss chard) chopped; 16 ounce(s) can chicken broth; 1 quart(s) water; 1 cup(s) heavy whipping cream; - salt and pepper to taste

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Anywhere, AL

Updated on Jul 12, 2013

This is a go to favorite with my family. This soup is hearty and filling without being heavy, so it's nice to eat in both warm and cold weather. Delicious with a nice crusty bread, and is even better the next day.

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prep time 25 Min

cook time 4 Hr

method Slow Cooker Crock Pot

yield many

Ingredients

1 pound mild italian sausage links
2 - large baking potatoes, cut in half then quartered
1 - onion, chopped
1/4 cup bacon bits (i use real bacon)
3 - garlic cloves, minced
2 cups kale, (or swiss chard) chopped
16 ounces can chicken broth
1 quart water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
- salt and pepper to taste

How To Make crock pot zuppa toscana

Step 1

brown sausage links in pan. drain grease VERY well. cut links in half lengthwise, then in 1/2 inch slices.

Step 2

Place cooked Italian sausage, chicken broth, water, garlic, potatoes, salt, pepper, and onion in slow cooker.
Step 3

Cover. Cook on High for 3-4 hours until potatoes are cooked and soft.
Step 4

Turn the crock pot off and add the chopped kale.
Step 5

Return the lid and let sit for 5 minutes.
Step 6

Add whipping cream and serve.
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