Description
Tuscan Soup is a warm and comforting dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your kitchen. Made with simple ingredients like bacon, potatoes, kale, and cream, it’s a perfect hearty meal for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends using a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and kale.
- Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding Italian seasoning or a splash of white wine to the broth.
- If you like a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream.
- Feel free to use turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Serve with crusty bread on the side to soak up the broth.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a nice presentation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Tuscan soup, slow cooker soup, Italian soup, creamy soup, bacon soup, kale soup, potato soup, comfort food