As the seasons change and Moscow gets colder each day, there’s no better way to warm up than with a delicious home-cooked soup. This Italian classic is full of protein and greens and is simple to make, so it’s a great weeknight meal for these fall evenings. This recipe makes a large portion perfect for leftovers.
Ingredients:
- 6 oz bacon chopped (about half a package)
- 1 lb. Italian sausage
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 4 cups chicken broth or stock
- 6 cups water
- 4 potatoes (peeled and chopped into small cubes)
- 6 cups kale (1 bundle)
- 1 ½ cups half and half (or whipping cream)
- Salt, pepper and desired seasonings to taste
- Parmesan cheese to serve
Directions:
1. Sauté bacon until crispy, remove from pan and sauté sausage until fully cooked
2. Set meat aside, and brown onion and garlic in a pan until soft
3. Add onion and garlic to a large soup pan or Dutch oven, add chicken broth, water and potatoes and bring to a boil and then let simmer
4. Once potatoes are soft, add kale, sausage and bacon and bring soup to a light boil before adding the cream
5. Simmer a few more minutes and season to taste
6. Garnish with cheese, serve and enjoy!
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