Kielbasa Potato Chowder

• 1/2 lb smoked kielbasa or 1/2 lb Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 3 slices bacon, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 kale leaves, torn or 2 chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or 1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk

1. In a large nonstick skillet, brown kielbasa and bacon; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings.
2. Add onion and garlic; cook over medium heat for 2 - 3 minutes or until onion is tender.
3. In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil.
4. Add the potatoes, bouillon and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
5. Add the meat mixture and kale; cook over medium heat for 2 minutes or until kale is wilted.
6. Reduce heat. Add the cream; cook 1 minute longer or until heated through.

kielbasa, bacon, onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, potatoes, chicken bouillon granule, pepper, kale, heavy whipping cream

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/kielbasa-potato-chowder-194027 (may not work)