Easy Cozy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Dinner

Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole is a comforting, one-pot dinner ready in 30 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfect crispy kale topping. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Easy Smoky Grilled Mushroom Skewers.

What You'll Need for Easy Cozy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 4 medium potatoes, diced
• 4 cups chopped kale
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Italian seasoning
• Red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper
• Optional: Crispy kale
• Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: Fresh basil or parsley

How to Make Easy Cozy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Dinner

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-safe skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the skillet.
2. Step 2: Add potatoes, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until potatoes are tender and onions are translucent. Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and seasonings. Bring to a simmer.
3. Step 3: Stir in kale and cook until wilted. Return sausage to the skillet. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and crispy kale. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Storing & Reheating Easy Cozy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead up to the baking step. Refrigerate until ready to bake.

Freezing Easy Cozy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Dinner

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, until heated through. Stir halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
• Best substitution: Substitute spinach for kale if desired.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the casserole up to the baking step, then refrigerate. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the casserole is too watery, simmer on the stove to reduce the liquid before baking.

Easy Cozy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Dinner

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 4 medium potatoes, diced
• 4 cups chopped kale
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Seasonings

• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Italian seasoning
• Red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper

Optional Toppings

• Crispy kale
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-safe skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the skillet.
2. Step 2: Add potatoes, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until potatoes are tender and onions are translucent. Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and seasonings. Bring to a simmer.
3. Step 3: Stir in kale and cook until wilted. Return sausage to the skillet. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and crispy kale. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
• Best substitution: Substitute spinach for kale if desired.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the casserole up to the baking step, then refrigerate. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the casserole is too watery, simmer on the stove to reduce the liquid before baking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, until heated through. Stir halfway through.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead up to the baking step. Refrigerate until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 22g
• Fat: 38g
• Carbs: 28g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 21g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Cozy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!