Ingredients

• 6 to 7 thick-cut bacon slices, chopped

• 1 yellow onion, chopped (about 2 cups)

• 1 cup chopped celery (about 3 stalks)

• 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage

• 6 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tablespoons)

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste

• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1 1/4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4- to 1-inch chunks (about 4 cups)

• 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 cups)

• 6 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth

• 1 (1-ounce) Parmesan cheese rind

• 1 bunch lacinato kale, torn or coarsely chopped (about 6 packed cups)

• 1/2 cup roasted salted pepitas

• Shaved Parmesan cheese, for garnish