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Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup
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A savory and creamy Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup combining spicy Italian sausage, tender russet potatoes, and crunchy kale in a rich chicken broth finished with heavy cream. Ready in under 40 minutes, this comforting and family-friendly soup is perfect for cozy dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Meat and Dairy

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Vegetables

  • 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Oils

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Seasonings

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Sausage: Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil, crumble the Italian sausage into the pot, and cook until browned and cooked through. This step builds the foundational meaty, savory flavor.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant, enriching the soup’s base.
  3. Add Potatoes, Broth, and Seasonings: Pour in diced russet potatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir, making sure potatoes are submerged for even cooking.
  4. Pressure Cook: Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to pressure cook on high for 8 minutes to soften the potatoes perfectly.
  5. Quick Release and Add Kale and Cream: Perform a quick pressure release. Open the lid, stir in chopped kale and heavy cream, letting the residual heat wilt the greens and warm the cream gently.
  6. Final Stir and Serve: Stir thoroughly to distribute kale and creamy broth evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use fresh, quality Italian sausage for enhanced flavor.
  • Always perform a quick release to keep kale bright and tender-crisp.
  • Dice potatoes uniformly for even cooking and texture.
  • Adjust heavy cream quantity to your preferred soup richness.
  • Let the soup rest a few minutes after cooking so flavors meld beautifully.

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Keywords: Instant Pot, Zuppa Toscana, soup, Italian sausage, kale, creamy soup, family dinner, quick recipe, gluten-free

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