Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana

By á-5552

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 2 large russet baking potatoes sliced in half and then in 1/4 inch slices
• 1 large chopped onion
• 1/2 can. Oscar Meyer Real Bacon Bits (these are less fatty than real bacon)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chopped kale or Swiss chard
• 2 14.5 ounce cans chicken broth
• 1 quart water
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Preparation

Step 1

Cook sausage in a 300-degree oven for approximately 1/2 hour; drain on paper towels and cut into slices.

Place onions, potatoes, chicken broth, water, and garlic in a pot and cook on medium heat until potatoes are done. Add sausage, bacon, salt, and pepper to taste and simmer for another 10 minutes. Turn to low heat; add kale, cream, and water (optional). Heat thoroughly and serve.