TUSCAN SAUSAGE AND POTATO SOUP

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This outstanding soup will be popular with the whole family. Though it feels special, it's actually quick to make. I like serving it with fresh hot rolls. -Lisa Sinicki, Erie, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings (3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
3 pounds potatoes, peeled and sliced
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cups water
1 cup chopped sweet onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups chopped Swiss chard
2 cups heavy whipping cream
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain; set aside., In a Dutch oven, combine the potatoes, broth, water, onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 18-22 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Stir in the Swiss chard, cream, bacon and sausage. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 to 10 minutes or until chard is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 29g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 1073mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.