Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe Made Simple

Ingredients

• 1 lb (454 g) Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced or diced
• 2 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 4 cups (946 ml) chicken broth
• 1 cup (237 ml) heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)