The Best Vegetarian Zuppa Toscana

Ingredients

• 4 Tbl butter
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/8 tsp crushed fennel
• 1/8 tsp paprika
• 2 cups Curly or Lacinato Kale, stems removed + small chop
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• salt/pepper to taste
• 1 large onion, diced small
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 3 large russet potatoes, cut to 1/4 inch thick
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 tsp dried parsley
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced