Step 1

Using the Instant Pot’s SAUTE feature, cook chopped bacon until it begins to render fat.

Step 2

Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.

Step 3

Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking apart with the back of a spoon, until lightly browned. Drain excess grease from the pot.

Step 4

Add potatoes and pour in chicken broth. Stir to distribute.

Step 5

Close the lid of the Instant Pot, making sure the valve is on SEALING position. Cook on HIGH pressure for 5 minutes and then do a QUICK release.

Step 6

Open the lid and switch to SAUTE feature.

Step 7

Add heavy cream and kale. Continue to cook for about 1 to 2 minutes or until vegetable is just wilted and broth is heated through.

Step 8

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.