1poundspicy Italian ground sausageuse mild for kid-friendly
4tablespoonsbutter
1/2white onion, diced
1tablespoonminced garlic
6cupschicken broth
2cupswater
4/5yellow potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
3teaspoonssaltor to taste
1teaspoonblack pepper
2cupsheavy cream
4cupschopped kale
chopped bacon or bacon bits and grated parmesan cheese for toppingoptional
Instructions
In a large pot saute sausage 5-6 minutes until browned. Use a slotted spoon to transfer sausage to a plate and set aside.
In the same pot, add butter and saute onions over medium heat until translucent. Add garlic and saute for another minute until fragrant.
Add chicken broth, water, potatoes, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Boil until potatoes are tender. Stir in kale, and heavy cream. Add sausage. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Serve garnished with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
The sausage: if you have regular ground sausage, simply add 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning or Herbs de Provence + a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.