Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Copycat

ground Italian sausage {I use mild}

chicken broth

quard {4 cups} water

large russet potatoes (sliced into fourths, lengthwise, and then in 1/4 inch slices)

medium white onion (chopped)

garlic cloves (minced)

Salt and pepper (to taste)

bacon bits {about 5-6 slices of cooked bacon}

fresh kale

heavy whipping cream