Zuppa Toscana

By Shai Barak
Servings: Serves 6.

Ingredients

• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 cups chopped Kale or Swiss Chard
• 2 cans Chicken Broth
• 1 qt. Water
• 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1 lb. Italian Sausage
• 2 large Russet Baking Potatoes sliced in 1/4 inch slices
• 1 chopped large Onion
• 1 lb. bacon (raw)

Preparation

Fry sausage and bacon or bake for 30 min. in a 300 degree oven. Drain on paper towels and cut into slices.

Place onion, chicken broth, potatoes, water, and garlic in pot, and cook on medium heat until potatoes are done. Add sausage, kale, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and add cream and bacon. Simmer until thoroughly warmed and serve.