shaved parmesan cheese and fresh cracked black pepperfor optional toppings
Instructions
In a 5 quart Dutch oven over medium heat, fry the ½ inch bacon pieces until the fat is rendered out and fully cooked. Remove and drain on a paper towel-covered plate. Soak up any remaining grease with paper towels.
Next, cook Italian sausage in the same pot. Break into small pieces. Cook over medium heat until no pink remains.
While cooking the sausage, wash the potatoes well. Leave the potatoes unpeeled and cut them into ½-inch cubes.
Once the sausage is cooked, pour the 8 cups of chicken broth. Add in the cooked bacon, chopped potatoes, green onions, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper.
Cook on medium heat for fifteen minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
Wash the kale and remove the stems. Roughly tear into bite-sized pieces.
Add kale to the soup. Cook for one to two minutes or until wilted.
Remove the soup from the heat and add the heavy cream, garlic oil, and the lemon juice. Stir.
Serve immediately—top bowls with fresh parmesan cheese, and fresh cracked black pepper if wanted.
Notes
Note 1: Turkey bacon can also be used.Note 2:Homemade Italian sausage is another great option.Note 3: Red potatoes are another option. If using russets, peel before dicing.Note 4: Other options include lactose-free whole milk, 2%, 1%, or unsweetened coconut milk for a dairy-free option. Low FODMAP Notes: Low FODMAP ingredient information is based on the Monash University Food App and FODMAP Friendly App testing results.