Zuppa Toscana Copycat – Keeping My Sanity

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 lb ground Italian sausage or pork
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 3 cups russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
• Parmesan cheese for topping, if desired