Zuppa Toscana | Umami

Ingredients

• 1 pound spicy Italian ground sausage (use mild for kid-friendly)
• 4 tablespoons butter
• ½ white onion (diced)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 4-5 yellow potatoes (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 3 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 4 cups chopped kale
• chopped bacon or bacon bits and grated parmesan cheese for topping (optional)