Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana

Sometimes I think I could totally be a vegetarian...and then I make something like this. Oh.my.goodness! Talk about a party in my mouth! If you need a recipe to use up some kale or some half and half or any other ingredient below, make this soup! You will love it! (Unless you don't like sausage or bacon...in that case, skip this recipe cause the meat is the star of this dish.)

Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana

1/2 lb. italian sausage (the original recipe calls for 1lb, but I don't think it needs that much)
2 large potatoes, pealed and cubed
1 large onion, chopped
6 slices bacon, crisped and crumbled
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 c. kale
4 c. chicken broth
2 c. water
1 c. half and half

Cook and drain sausage and onions. Add bacon and garlic, cook 1 minute. Add chicken broth, water, potatoes, and simmer 15 minutes, until potatoes are cooked. Add kale and cream, simmer additional 4 minutes. Enjoy!

Source: Someone at church left some kale and this recipe in the kitchen. I don't know who, but  I picked some up and I am SO glad I did!