Copycat Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

I got this recipe off this group i joined and I've been dying to try it out. I haven't been to olive garden in over a year, so this is as close as i can get. Honestly, I could barely tell the difference, and it was my favorite part of eating there. The soup. This is SO good, and excellent with breadsticks! I garnish it with shredded parmesan cheese and fresh ground pepper. Jan 2011- ETA I just wanted to thank everyone for the great reviews...this is still a staple in our house, glad to see so many enjoying it!!! Thanks again!!

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4-6
• Yields: 1 pot

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup onion, diced
• 1  slice bacon, diced
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons garlic cloves, minced
• 1  ounce chicken bouillon
• 1  quart water
• 2  medium potatoes, cut into 1/4 cubes
• 2  cups  cavallo greens, chopped (or kale)
• 1 1⁄2 cups  spicy precooked  link sausage
• 3⁄4 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Place onions and bacon into large saucepan and cook onions over medium heat until they are almost clear. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
2. Add chicken bouillon, water and potatoes, bring to a simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 5 more minutes then serve.