Zuppa Toscana – Olive Garden Copycat
Ingredients:

Ingredients:
- 6 oz bacon, chopped
- 1 lb hot Italian sausage
- 10 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 5 medium russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 bundle kale (6 cups), chopped
- 1 cup whipping cream
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions:Instructions: - Cook Bacon: In a large pot, sauté bacon over medium-high heat until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove bacon and drain excess oil, leaving about 1 Tbsp.
- Cook Sausage: Add Italian sausage to the pot, breaking it up, and cook until browned (5 minutes). Remove sausage and set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: Add onion to the pot and cook until soft and golden (5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Simmer Soup: Add chicken broth, water, and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender (13-14 minutes).
- Add Kale & Sausage: When potatoes are nearly done, add kale and sausage. Bring to a light boil.
- Finish: Stir in cream and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and garnish with bacon and Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy!
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