2tspItalian seasoning(if you don't have this, do 1/2 tsp basil, 1/2 tsp rosemary, 1 tsp oregano)
½tspred pepper flakesmore or less to taste
½tspsea salt
3cupskalestems removed, coarsely chopped
1cancoconut milkWe are only going to use the hardened part of coconut milk that rises to the top of the can.
Instructions
Instant Pot
You can make the bacon ahead of time using my fool-proof baked method, or make it in the instant pot. To do this, chop up the raw bacon. Set the pot to "saute" and add the bacon pieces. Cook until crispy and set aside to drain on a paper towel.
If you did not cook the bacon in the IP, add 1 tbsp cooking oil/ghee. If you did cook the bacon in the pot, use the rendered bacon fat to saute the sausage. Add the sausage, garlic, and onions to the pot and saute for 4-5 mins until cooked through and the onions are opaque.
Hit the "cancel" button and add in the chicken broth, sweet potatoes, and seasonings. Lock the lid, turn the vent to sealing, and set to "manual" high pressure for 8 minutes.
When done, manually release the pressure (carefully!). Add the kale and stir until wilted. Add 1 cup of coconut cream (the hardened/solidified coconut milk that rises to the top of the can) and stir until melted. Serve with crumbled bacon on top and enjoy!
Crock Pot/ Slow Cooker
Make bacon ahead of time using my fool-proof baked method or saute in a pan, drain, crumble, and set aside.
Heat a large saute pan over medium high heat and add 1 tbsp cooking fat (or if you cooked bacon in the pan, just use the bacon fat. Add the sausage, onions, and garlic and cook 5-7 mins until the sausage is browned and the onions are opaque.
Place the sausage mixture into the crock pot along with the chicken broth, sweet potatoes, and seasonings. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 7-8 hours. Stir in the kale until wilted, and add in the coconut cream and stir until melted. Serve with crumbled bacon on top and enjoy!
Notes
You can store this soup in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze this Healthy Zuppa Toscana! Just let it cool then transfer to a freezer-friendly container. Make sure to leave some space at the top since it may expand when frozen!