Making Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup is simple if you follow these easy steps:

1. Sauté the Sausage: In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.

2. Add Aromatics: Once the sausage is browned, add the diced onion and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. Introduce Potatoes and Broth: Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth, and give everything a good stir. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

4. Incorporate Kale: Once the potatoes are cooked through, add the chopped kale to the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the kale is wilted.

5. Finish with Cream: Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir until well combined, allowing the soup to heat without boiling.

6. Season: Taste the soup and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Adjust to your preference for spice and flavor.

7. Serve: Once everything is combined and heated through, remove the pot from heat. Your Homemade Zuppa Toscana Soup is now ready to be served!