Easy-to-Make Copycat Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana

Published Apr 21, 2023 By Elle Ann

Image credit: Taste of Home via YouTube

A few weeks ago, I’ve been trying to recreate Olive Garden’s famous soup using different versions and different recipes, but so far, this one by Taste of Home on YouTube is one of my favorites! It was so good and very easy to prepare, too, plus, it was also similar to the original which is what I loved the most. So, if you also want to give it a try, then head on to the tutorial down below, and enjoy.

Ingredients:

½ pound ground mild Italian pork sausage
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon pepper
2 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups sliced fresh kale
3 cups 2% milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup cold water
Crumbled cooked bacon

Directions:

Step 1

Place a large pot on a stove over medium heat, then add the Italian sausage, break it apart, and give them a good toss. Let them cook for about 4 to 6 minutes or until browned and no longer pink, then transfer them to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain off all the excess oil. Drain the excess grease and leave only about 1 tablespoon, then add the chopped onion, and saute them for about 5 to 7 minutes or until soft and translucent. Put the cooked sausage back into the pot, then add the chicken bouillon granules, pepper, and garlic powder, and give them a good stir. Cut the red potatoes into cubes, then slice the fresh kale making sure to discard the stalk, and add them to the pot.

How to Make Copycat Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana — Image credit: Taste of Home via YouTube

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Step 2

Stir them all together until well combined, then slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, and mix them to combine. Allow them to boil, then once boiling, reduce the heat, and let them simmer over low heat while covered for about 10 to 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. In a measuring cup or a separate bowl, add the cornstarch and water, then whisk them together until smooth and combined, and add it to the pot. Give them a good stir, then let them cook for about 1 to 2 more minutes or until the soup has thickened. Top it with crumbled cooked bacon, then serve immediately, and enjoy!