Zuppa+Tuscana

Ingredients:
 * Zuppa Tuscana**
 * 1 lb ground Italian sausage (I use Italian sweet sausage)
 * 1 to 1-1/2 tsp crushed red papper
 * 1 large diced white onion
 * 4 tbsp bacon pieces (4 slices)
 * 2 tsp garlic puree or minced garlic
 * 10 cups water
 * 7 cubes of chicken bouillon
 * 1 cup heavy cream (I use whole milk or 1/2 and 1/2)
 * 1 lb slices Russet potatoes or about 3 large potatoes
 * 1/4 bunch of kale
 * 1) Saute Italian sausage and crushed red pepper in a large pot. Drain excess fat.
 * 2) In the same pan, saute bacon, onions and garlic for approximately 15 minutes or until the onions are soft.
 * 3) Mix together the chicken bouillon and water, then add it to the onions, bacon and garlic. Cook until boiling.
 * 4) Add potatoes and kale. Cook until the potatoes are soft (about 1/2 hour).
 * 5) Add milk or cream and cook until thoroughly heated.
 * 6) Stir in sausage.


 * Buon appetito!**