Zuppa Toscana | Know MSG

Ingredients

• 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
• 1 pound spicy Italian sausage
• 1 large Vidalia onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Accent seasoning (i.e., monosodium glutamate [MSG]), optional
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 large russet baking potatoes, washed and sliced in ¼-inch slices
• 2 (8-ounce) cans chicken broth
• 1 envelope chicken bouillon
• 1 quart water
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch, mixed with enough water to form a paste
• 2 cups kale, packed
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, tempered