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Bowl of Tuscany Soup garnished with fresh herbs and vegetables

Tuscany Soup

A rich and hearty soup inspired by the flavors of Tuscany, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb Italian sausage crumbled
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 diced tomatoes (14.5 oz) can, undrained
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cannellini beans (15 oz) can, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Spoon
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then cook the diced onion until softened for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and crumbled Italian sausage to the pot, cooking until browned; then drain any excess fat.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, stir in basil, oregano, and optional red pepper flakes, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add cannellini beans and fresh spinach to the pot, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  5. Optionally stir in heavy cream, then season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.

Notes

For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end.