Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana

* 1 lb. Italian sausage
* 2 lg. Russet potatoes, sliced in 1/2, then in 1/4" slices
* 1 lg. onion, chopped
* 1 can bacon bits
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 2 c. kale or Swiss chard, chopped
* 2 c. chicken broth
* 1 qt. water
* 1 c. heavy whipping cream

Cook sausage in 300 degree oven for approx. 30 minutes. Drain on paper towels & cut into slices. Place onions, potatoes, broth, water, and garlic in pot & cook on med heat until potatoes are done. Add sausage & bacon. Salt & pepper to taste. Simmer another 10 minutes. Turn heat to low & add kale and cream. Heat through & serve.