This creamy Crock Pot sausage and potato soup is loaded with hearty Italian sausage, tender potatoes, crispy bacon and fresh kale for a comforting meal the whole family will love.
With just a few minutes of prep, the slow cooker does all the work, creating a rich and flavorful soup that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends at home.
Why This Recipe is a Winner!
- Easy slow cooker recipe – Just a few minutes of prep and the crock pot does the rest.
- Better than takeout – Tastes just like (or better than) Olive Garden’s famous Zuppa Toscana.
- Family-friendly meal – A crowd-pleasing soup that both kids and adults enjoy.
- Great for busy weeknights – Set it and forget it while you tackle the rest of your day.
- Budget-friendly – Made with simple, affordable ingredients.
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
4 hours
Yield:
Serves 6
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 8 slices of bacon (I used microwaveable)
- 1 lb. Italian sausage
- 4 cups russet potatoes, cut into about 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup white onion, diced
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. dried basil
- ½ tsp. dried thyme
- 2 tsp. minced garlic
- 32 ounces chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2-3 cups kale
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Step by Step Instructions
STEP 1:
I cooked some bacon slices in the microwave and cooked and crumbled some Italian sausage meat in a skillet.
STEP 2:
I poured the cooked sausage and bacon into my slow cooker.
I added some salt, pepper, basil, thyme and garlic to the pot.
STEP 3:
I diced some onions and added them to the pot.
STEP 4:
I added some cubed potatoes to the slow cooker and poured chicken broth over top.
Then I gently stirred the ingredients together.
STEP 5:
I cooked the soup on HIGH for about 3.5 hours and then added heavy cream and chopped kale to the pot.
I stirred well and left it to continue cooking for about 30 minutes.
A steaming bowl of this Crockpot Zuppa Toscana is pure comfort in every spoonful.
The creamy broth, savory sausage, tender potatoes and hearty kale come together to create a rich and satisfying soup that’s perfect for cozy nights at home.
Serve it with a slice of crusty bread for dipping, and you’ll have a restaurant-worthy meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
If you are looking for a delicious and hearty meal without a ton of effort, then you need to try this Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I substitute spinach for kale?
- Absolutely. Fresh spinach can be used in place of kale. Add it during the last 15 minutes of cooking since it wilts much faster than kale.
How do I store leftover Zuppa Toscana?
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
Can I freeze this soup?
- You can freeze it, but cream-based soups may separate slightly when thawed and reheated. For best results, freeze the soup before adding the heavy cream, then stir in the cream when reheating.
How can I make the soup thicker?
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked potatoes directly in the crock pot before adding the cream and kale.
Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana
This creamy Crock Pot sausage and potato soup is loaded with hearty Italian sausage, tender potatoes, crispy bacon and fresh kale for a comforting meal the whole family will love.
With just a few minutes of prep, the slow cooker does all the work, creating a rich and flavorful soup that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends at home.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bacon (I used microwaveable)
- 1 lb. Italian sausage
- 4 cups russet potatoes, cut into about 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup white onion, diced
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. dried basil
- ½ tsp. dried thyme
- 2 tsp. minced garlic
- 32 ounces chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2-3 cups kale
Instructions
- Cook and chop your bacon, whether that's microwaving, or in a skillet for regular bacon.
- In a skillet, brown and crumble the Italian sausage.
- To your crock pot, add the cooked sausage and bacon.
- Add the diced onion.
- Then, add the seasonings and garlic.
- Add your potatoes, then pour the chicken broth over top. Stir.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4.
- About 30 minutes before cooking finishes, add the heavy cream. Roughly chop the kale, and add.
- Stir and let cooking finish.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 481Total Fat: 29gSaturated Fat: 16gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 890mgCarbohydrates: 44gFiber: 5gSugar: 6gProtein: 12g
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