Crockpot Zuppa Tuscana

1lb italian sausage
2 (14 oz) cans chicken broth
1 cup water
1/4 cup onion
3 large russett potatoes (cubed)
1 clove garlic
1/2 bacon bits
1 cup whipping cream
Kale

Crumble italian sausage and put in crock pot with chicken broth, garlic, potatoes, onion and cook on high for 3-4 hours until potatoes & sausage are cooked. Add bacon bits, whipping cream and cut up kale right before serving. Top with your choice of cheese & serve with fresh bread.