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Organic Zuppa Toscana Soup

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (buy organic if possible)
  • Several small purple potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch, to make about 1-1/2 to 2 cups
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled (no nitrates)
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cups organic swiss chard or kale, chopped in 1 inch pieces
  • 1 large carton organic chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup heavy cream (organic)
Directions:
Crumble uncooked sausage into small pieces and brown in ceramic skillet.  Add to crock pot, along with chicken broth and water.  Stir then place onions, potatoes and garlic in the pot.  Cook on high until potatoes are tender.  Add bacon pieces, salt and pepper to taste.  Cook for another 10 minutes or so.  Turn off crock pot and add kale/chard.  Put lid back on and let set until greens are wilted.  Add cream right before serving and stir.  Serve and enjoy