Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Cozy Dinners

Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole is the ultimate comfort dinner. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it creamy and perfectly cooked. The cozy, hearty flavors will fill your home with warmth and make your family beg for more. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Mango Coconut Protein Shake and Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes.

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

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

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 5 cups baby spinach
• 2 lbs russet potatoes
• 1 onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups heavy cream
• Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes

How to Make Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Cozy Dinners

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: In a large oven-safe skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
3. Step 3: Add onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened. Stir in spinach until wilted.
4. Step 4: Peel and slice potatoes thinly. Arrange half of the potatoes in the skillet, followed by the sausage, then the remaining potatoes. Pour diced tomatoes and heavy cream over the top. Season with basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
5. Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and the top is golden.

Storing & Reheating Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Cozy Dinners

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the casserole up to a day ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.

Freezing Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Cozy Dinners

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

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

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
• Best substitution: You can use frozen spinach in place of fresh, but you'll need to thaw and drain it first.
• Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead and reheated, but it's best enjoyed fresh.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the casserole is too watery, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stirring it into the casserole before baking.

Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Cozy Dinners

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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
• 5 cups baby spinach
• 2 lbs russet potatoes
• 1 onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

Seasonings

• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups heavy cream

Optional Toppings

• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: In a large oven-safe skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
3. Step 3: Add onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened. Stir in spinach until wilted.
4. Step 4: Peel and slice potatoes thinly. Arrange half of the potatoes in the skillet, followed by the sausage, then the remaining potatoes. Pour diced tomatoes and heavy cream over the top. Season with basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
5. Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and the top is golden.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
• Best substitution: You can use frozen spinach in place of fresh, but you'll need to thaw and drain it first.
• Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead and reheated, but it's best enjoyed fresh.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the casserole is too watery, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stirring it into the casserole before baking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can assemble the casserole up to a day ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 45g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 140mg
• Sat. Fat: 22g

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 Zuppa Toscana Casserole for Cozy Dinners 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!