Zuppa Toscana Casserole
This Zuppa Toscana Casserole takes the classic soup flavors of Italian sausage, potatoes, kale, and cream and turns them into a rich, cheesy baked dish that’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time35 minutes mins
Total Time55 minutes mins
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 706kcal
large skillet
saucepan
Cutting Board and Knife
9x13 inch baking dish
aluminum foil
- 1 pound Italian sausage casings removed
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups potatoes thinly sliced
- 2 cups kale
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart until browned. Remove excess grease if needed.
Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the kale and cook until wilted, then remove from heat.
In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and chicken broth over low heat. Stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add ½ cup mozzarella cheese and ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce has thickened enough to coat a spoon.
Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the sausage mixture, then half of the cream sauce. Repeat layers.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
Cover with foil and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Use a mandoline slicer for evenly cut potatoes.
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Let the casserole rest before serving so the sauce thickens up.
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Season each layer lightly for the best overall flavor.
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Shred your own cheese for smoother melting.
Storage
Storage:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating:
Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the whole dish in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
Freezing:
This casserole freezes well. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 706kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 1148mg | Potassium: 945mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1894IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 317mg | Iron: 3mg