Zuppa Toscana

Ingredients

• 454 gBratwurst
• 227 gBacon
• 946 mlWater
• 1714 mlChicken broth
• 700 gPotato
• 2 pcsGarlic clove
• 150 gOnion
• 140 gKale
• 240 mlCream
• 2 gSalt
• 1 gPepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Brown the sausage

   • In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the spicy Italian sausage (removed from casings), breaking it into small pieces with a spoon.
   • Drain on paper towels and set aside.
2. 2

   Cook the bacon

   • In the same or another skillet, cook the smoked bacon over medium heat until crisp.
   • Drain on paper towels and set aside.
3. 3

   Simmer broth and vegetables

   • Combine water and chicken broth in a large pot and bring to a boil.
   • Add cubed potatoes, chopped onion and crushed garlic.
   • Simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 12–15 minutes.
4. 4

   Add meats

   • Add the cooked sausage and bacon to the pot.
   • Simmer together for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
5. 5

   Finish with greens and cream

   • Stir in the chopped kale (or Swiss chard) and the heavy cream.
   • Season with salt and pepper; heat through without boiling. Serve hot.