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Sausage Kale Soup

A comforting and hearty soup featuring Italian sausage, kale, and potatoes, perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 3 cups kale, chopped
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Prep the ingredients: Wash and chop the kale, peel and dice the potatoes, mince the garlic, and chop the onion.
  2. Cook the sausage: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Sauté the aromatics: Add the onion and cook until translucent (3-4 minutes), then stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the broth and potatoes: Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Add diced potatoes, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook until potatoes are tender (10-15 minutes).
  5. Incorporate the kale: Stir in chopped kale and cook until wilted (3-5 minutes).
  6. Season the soup: Add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste; let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed.
  8. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with olive oil or fresh parsley.

Notes

This soup pairs well with crusty bread and can be garnished with Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs.

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Keywords: soup, kale, sausage, comfort food, hearty meal