Regional European Italian Italian Soup Zuppa Toscana 4.7 (7) 6 Reviews This creamy soup is packed with savory flavor from Italian sausage and bacon. But don't worry, we tucked in healthy ingredients too, like kale and white beans, for added nutrition and fiber to round out a healthy dinner or packable lunch. By Hilary Meyer Hilary Meyer Hilary Meyer is a recipe developer, tester, and content creator. After graduating from culinary school, she started working the EatingWell Test Kitchen in 2006, developing and testing recipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 19, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Prep Time: 35 mins Additional Time: 10 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 6 servings Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Low-Sodium Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 2 slices bacon 6 ounces sweet or hot Italian sausage, casings removed (about 2 links) 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 3 medium red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (3 cups) 4 cups chopped trimmed kale 1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed ½ cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground pepper Directions Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy, about 2 minutes. Remove to a plate with a slotted spoon; set aside. Add sausage to the pot and cook, breaking up any large chunks with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add broth and potatoes, scraping up browned bits at the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook until the potatoes are very tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in kale and beans. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the kale is tender, about 5 minutes more. Stir in cream, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Crumble the bacon and sprinkle over each serving of soup. Tips To make ahead: Refrigerate soup for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving. Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, September 2018 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 326 Calories 17g Fat 35g Carbs 15g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Serving Size 1 1/3 cups Calories 326 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 35g 13% Dietary Fiber 5g 18% Total Sugars 3g Protein 15g 29% Total Fat 17g 21% Saturated Fat 8g 38% Cholesterol 43mg 14% Vitamin A 1369IU 27% Vitamin C 24mg 27% Folate 50mcg 12% Sodium 580mg 25% Calcium 72mg 6% Iron 3mg 18% Magnesium 64mg 15% Potassium 859mg 18% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.