Zuppa Toscana

Like what they serve at Olive Garden

1/2 lb Italian sausage links
3/4 c diced onions
1 slice bacon, cut into 1/4" dice
1 1/4 t minced garlic
4 c chicken broth
2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 c kale or other greens thinly sliced
1/3 c heavy cream
salt

Place sausages on baking sheet and bake at 300 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes. Halve lengthwise, then cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices.

Places onions and bacon in 3 to 4 qt saucepan and cook over medium heat until onions are almost transparent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

Add chicken broth and potatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Add greens, sausage, cream and salt to taste. Simmer 5 minutes longer.