Winters are for soups. Soups evoke the beauty of family, cozy togetherness, and comfort in a bowl. Soups are for those winter nights when we shiver through the layers, when the days are short, and darkness invades all the crevices. I see soups as a sign of love to our families and friends as we invite them to the table. This month our family comes together around the table to celebrate love and life. One of my favorite quotes about love is from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. when he said, “Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.” The table is a perfect place to build bridges between cultures and dismantle prejudices. Invite people to your table that can teach you about life through their life.
This Zuppa Toscana will add cozy and light to any winter evening. Set your table, light a candle, and let your tables nurture your health and open your heart to others as you break bread together.
Ingredients
4 strips of bacon
2 lbs of mild Italian pork sausage*
2 lbs red potatoes or 6 large red potatoes*
1 yellow onion
3 garlic cloves or 1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 crushed red pepper
1 tsp of oregano
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp fennel seed
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp of Salt plus salt and pepper to taste before serving.
6 cups of broth
1 bunch of kale*
1-2 13.0z cans of coconut milk full fat
For Serving
Shaved parmesan, Manchego, or your favorite aged cheese
Crusty bread and a favorite salted butter
Instructions
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Zuppa Toscana
with Daisy Dronen
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