Toscano Soup

Step 1
Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain on a paper towel.

Step 2
Crumble and set aside.

Step 3
Remove the turkey Italian sausage links from the casing and place in the Dutch oven along with the diced onion.

Step 4
Saute until the onion is soft and the sausage is cooked. Add the garlic, stirring frequently for 45 seconds.

Step 5
Add the chicken stock, milk, and potatoes.

Step 6
Add Swiss chard or kale along with the crushed red pepper, sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste.

Step 7
Cook on medium low for 15 minutes or until hot.

Step 8
Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon.