Tuscan Soup with Spinach and Sausage

The flavorful broth is the highlight of this soup.

Tuscan Soup with Spinach and Sausage

Ingredients
2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
1 1/2 teaspoon crushed red peppers
1 large onion, diced
8 strips of bacon chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
10 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3 large potatoes, diced
 cups spinach, chopped 

Directions
Sauté Italian sausage and crushed red pepper in a large pot. Drain excess fat and set aside.

In the same pan, cook bacon, onion and garlic over medium heat until the bacon is crisp and the onions are slightly caramelized, about 30 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and heat until it starts to boil. Add potatoes and cook until soft, about 30 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, sausage and spinach. Cook until heated through.