Name: Italian Zuppa Toscana Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 500 g (1 lb) Potatoes, thinly sliced; 250 g (9 oz) Cauliflower Florets, bite-size; 200 g (7 oz) Chicken Sausage, sliced; 150 g (5 oz) Onion, diced; 3 cloves Garlic, minced; 500 ml (2 cups) Low-sodium Vegetable Broth; 240 ml (1 cup) Heavy Cream; 120 g (1 cup) Mozzarella Cheese, shredded; 60 g (½ cup) Parmesan Cheese, grated; 2 tbsp (30 ml) Olive Oil; 1 tsp (5 ml) Smoked Paprika; ½ tsp (2.5 ml) Red Pepper Flakes (optional); Salt and Pepper to taste; 2 tbsp (30 g) Parsley, chopped; 1 tsp (5 g) Lemon Zest, grated; 2 tbsp (15 g) Pine Nuts (optional)

Description

This Italian Zuppa Toscana Casserole offers the comforting flavors of the classic soup—tender potatoes, hearty sausage, and a creamy broth—in an easy-to-bake dish. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or potluck contribution.

Ingredients

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500 g (1 lb) Potatoes, thinly sliced
250 g (9 oz) Cauliflower Florets, bite-size
200 g (7 oz) Chicken Sausage, sliced
150 g (5 oz) Onion, diced
3 cloves Garlic, minced
500 ml (2 cups) Low-sodium Vegetable Broth
240 ml (1 cup) Heavy Cream
120 g (1 cup) Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
60 g (½ cup) Parmesan Cheese, grated
2 tbsp (30 ml) Olive Oil
1 tsp (5 ml) Smoked Paprika
½ tsp (2.5 ml) Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Salt and Pepper to taste
2 tbsp (30 g) Parsley, chopped
1 tsp (5 g) Lemon Zest, grated
2 tbsp (15 g) Pine Nuts (optional)

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Instructions

Prep Oven & Dish: Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly oil a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Sauté Aromatics: Sauté diced onion in olive oil until translucent, then add garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
Brown Sausage: Add sliced sausage and brown for 3-4 minutes.
Simmer Vegetables: Simmer sliced potatoes and cauliflower in broth for 5 minutes.
Combine & Thicken: Combine sausage mixture with vegetables, add heavy cream, and simmer for 5 minutes.
Season Mixture: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble Casserole: Transfer to baking dish, top with mozzarella and parmesan, and sprinkle with lemon zest.
Bake to Perfection: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
Rest & Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a spicier casserole, increase the amount of red pepper flakes. Using good quality mozzarella ensures a better cheese pull.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg