Zuppa Toscana

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Ingredients

  • 6 oz bacon, chopped
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 med onion, diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups water
  • 5 med russet potatoes, sliced
  • 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 Tbs Italian seasoning
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a large pot until crisp. Remove and set aside.
  2. Brown the Italian sausage in the same pot, breaking it into small pieces.
  3. Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and water. Add potatoes and Italian seasoning.
  5. Simmer for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in kale and heavy cream. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper. Top with crispy bacon and serve hot.
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