Ingredients:

• 1 pound bulk spicy Italian sausage
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• about 6 cups chicken broth
• 6 potatos, cubed
• 1/4 – 1/2 bunch fresh spinach(depending on desired Popeye factor), stems removed

Directions:

1. Cook the Italian sausage and red pepper flakes in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until crumbly, browned, and no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the bacon in the same skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain, leaving a few tablespoons of drippings with the bacon in the bottom of the pan. Stir in the onions and garlic; cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour the chicken broth into the skillet with the bacon and onion mixture; bring to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes, and boil until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Mix the spinach into the soup just before serving.

Inspiration/Stolen from:

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Super-Delicious-Zuppa-Toscana/Detail.aspx