
4-6 slices thick cut bacon, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 yellow onion, chopped

6 carrots, chopped

4 celery stalks, chopped

2-4 cloves garlic, minced or grated

2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (or 2 tsp dried)

1 tablespoon dried basil (or 1 teaspoon dried)

1-2 teaspoons fennel seeds use to your taste

1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes

kosher salt and black pepper

2 tablespoons salted butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

4-6 cups vegetable broth

4-6 cups roughly chopped kale

1 1/2 cups coconut milk, heavy cream, or whole milk

1/2 cup grated parmesan or asiago cheese, plus more for serving

1 pound fresh potato gnocchi