A hearty and flavorful soup inspired by Tuscan cuisine, perfect for a comforting meal.
Remove the casing from the sausage if needed and crumble it into small pieces.
Using fresh sausage enhances the flavor of the soup.
Cook the sausage in a large pot over medium heat until browned, then remove and set aside.
Don't overcook the sausage to keep it juicy.
In the same pot, cook the bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble.
Save the bacon fat for added flavor.
Sauté the onion and garlic in the bacon fat until softened.
Stir constantly to prevent the garlic from burning.
Add the chicken broth and potatoes to the pot, and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
Cut the potatoes into even pieces for uniform cooking.
Stir in the cooked sausage, crumbled bacon, kale, and heavy cream, and simmer briefly.
Add the kale at the end to retain its vibrant color.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional crumbled bacon if desired.
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
