Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

sourdough bread

coarsely torn day-old

3 tbsp

olive oil

1 tsp

kosher salt

1 unit

sweet Italian sausage

casings removed

1 cup

dry white wine

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

3 unit

carrots

peeled, finely chopped

3 unit

celery stalks

finely chopped

2 unit

anchovy fillets

packed in oil, drained, chopped

3 unit

garlic cloves

thinly sliced

1 tsp

crushed red pepper flakes

1 bunch

Tuscan kale

ribs removed, leaves torn

15 unit

whole peeled tomatoes

drained, finely chopped

15 unit

cannellini beans

rinsed

8 cup

low-sodium chicken broth

1 tbsp

red wine vinegar

4 unit

Parmesan

shaved

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 2
~7 min

Toss coarsely torn sourdough bread with 3 tablespoons olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~7 min

Season with kosher salt.

Step 4
~7 min

Squeeze bread to moisten.

Step 5
~7 min

Toast in the preheated oven, tossing occasionally, until golden brown and crunchy, 15-18 minutes.

Step 6
~7 min

Let croutons cool.

Step 7
~7 min

Mix sweet Italian sausage (casings removed) and dry white wine in a medium bowl until smooth.

Step 8
~7 min

Cook sausage mixture in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until firm but not browned, about 4 minutes.

Step 9
~7 min

Add finely chopped onion, carrots, celery, anchovy fillets (drained, chopped), thinly sliced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 10
~7 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender but still hold their shape, 20-25 minutes.

Step 11
~7 min

Add torn Tuscan kale (ribs removed), finely chopped whole peeled tomatoes (drained), rinsed cannellini (white kidney) beans, and low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 12
~7 min

Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until kale offers no resistance when bitten and flavors have melded, about 1 hour.

Step 13
~7 min

Just before serving, add red wine vinegar and half of the croutons to the soup, stirring to break them into smaller pieces.

Step 14
~7 min

Divide remaining croutons among bowls.

Step 15
~7 min

Ladle soup over croutons.

Step 16
~7 min

Serve topped with shaved Parmesan and drizzled with more olive oil.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.

Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra tang.

If you don't have Tuscan kale, you can substitute with spinach or Swiss chard.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead; flavors improve over time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Accompany with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tuscany, Italy

Cultural Significance

Traditional peasant dish; uses leftover bread and vegetables.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Autumn harvest festivals
Winter holiday meals

Occasion Tags

Winter
Dinner
Comfort Food
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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