Ingredients:

  • 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or mild), casing removed

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 2 cups water

  • 2 large potatoes, sliced into thin rounds

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 2 cups fresh microgreens (e.g., baby kale, arugula, or spinach)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

  • Olive oil, for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Brown the Sausage:

  • In a large soup pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat. Break it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Once fully cooked, remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.

2. Sauté the Aromatics:

  • In the same pot, using the remaining sausage drippings, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

3. Add Broth and Water:

  • Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir well to combine with the onions and garlic.

4. Add Potatoes:

  • Add the sliced potatoes to the pot. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the potatoes until they are tender, usually about 15-20 minutes.

5. Return Sausage:

  • Return the cooked Italian sausage to the pot. Stir to incorporate it into the soup.

6. Pour in Cream:

  • Add the heavy cream to the soup and stir until it's fully combined.

7. Incorporate Microgreens:

  • Reduce the heat to low and add the fresh microgreens to the pot. Stir gently, allowing the microgreens to wilt into the soup. This should only take a few minutes.

8. Season to Taste:

  • Season the Zuppa Toscana with salt and pepper to your liking. If you prefer some extra heat, you can also sprinkle in red pepper flakes.

9. Serve and Garnish:

  • Ladle your Microgreen Tuscan Zuppa Toscana into bowls. Garnish each serving with a drizzle of olive oil and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

10. Enjoy!

  • Serve your Microgreen Tuscan Zuppa Toscana while it's hot. It's a satisfying and flavorful soup with the added twist of fresh microgreens, offering a delightful contrast to the richness of the sausage and cream.

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