Generously sponsored by Kroger Co. but all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Soup is the Perfect Fall Meal
As the weather starts to get cooler, we all turn to hearty and rich meals and that’s where this healthy zuppa toscana recipe comes in. It’s so full of amazing flavors, it really is like a big hug! I always reach for my slow cooker this time of year, it’s so convenient to just dump all of the ingredients in there, let it do its thing, and serve up a hearty and warming family meal.
Why This Recipe is So Good
This Whole30 soup is rich and creamy like traditional Zuppa Toscana but totally dairy free and paleo.The combination of coconut milk, kale, potatoes, Italian sausage, and bacon make this healthy zuppa toscana super filling.It’s slow-cooked in the crockpot so it’s an easy hands-off meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.It’s full of natural and healthy ingredients for a great family meal.
Which Sausage is best to use?
I used Aidells Chicken & Apple Sausages for this crockpot meal – they were super flavourful and I love that they only use natural and high ingredients. They are perfect if you are following Whole30 and the flavor combination works so well with the other ingredients in this zuppa toscana recipe. I got these Aidells Chicken & Apple Sausages at my local Kroger. Be sure to click here to add them to your cart!
Variations
If you avoid potatoes, try cauliflower florets in place of the diced potatoes. You can even try celery root!If you’re allergic to coconut or are worried it might have a “coconutty” flavor, swap the coconut milk out for cashew cream. Combine 1 cup raw cashews with 3/4 cup water in a high-speed blender and blend until completely smooth.
Can You Make This Ahead of Time?
The joy of making this soup in the crockpot is that you can easily fit it into your dinner plans! It takes 3 hours to cook on high, or 6 hours on low, so if more convenient you can set it to go earlier in the day. If you don’t want to serve the soup straight away, you can keep it warm in the slow cooker. This crockpot zuppa toscana is also perfect for meal prep. Store the cooked soup in an airtight container in the fridge and it will be good for 3-5 days, and it also freezes really well.
Chef’s Tips
Don’t overcook the soup after you’ve added the kale. You want it bright green and just wilted.Make a big batch of this on Sunday and eat it all week. Comfiest meal prep ever!Leave out the extra 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes in the soup if you’re sensitive to heat.
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