Zuppa toscana

Ingredientes

• 1 pound ground Italian sausage ((casings removed))
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic ((about 3 cloves))
• 1 medium onion ((diced))
• 5 cups low-sodium chicken stock ((or chicken broth))
• 1.5 pounds potatoes ((diced))
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small bunch kale ((stems removed and chopped))
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 strips bacon ((cooked and crumbled))
• lemon wedges ((for serving))

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Heat a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and use your spatula to break the sausage into small pieces as it cooks. Cook for 3-4 minutes until no longer pink.

2. 2

   Add the onions and garlic and cook for 3-4 more minutes.

3. 3

   Add the chicken stock, followed by the potatoes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

4. 4

   Stir in the kale and heavy cream and cook for another 3 minutes. Taste and season with more salt and pepper as needed.

5. 5

   Serve warm with bacon bits and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy!