1lbItalian sausagemild or hot, depending on your preference
4slicesbaconchopped
1medium onionchopped
2clovesgarlicminced
4cupcauliflower floretscut into bite-sized pieces.
4cupchicken broth
1cupheavy cream
2cupfresh kalechopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Parmesan cheese for garnishoptional
Instructions
In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into crumbles. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent.
Add the cauliflower florets and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the cauliflower is tender. If using the roasted cauliflower, do not add the cauliflower here. Add with the sausage crumbles.
Stir in the heavy cream and cooked sausage crumbles. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the chopped kale and cook until wilted.
Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.