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Sausage Kale Soup

A cozy and hearty soup that combines Italian sausage and nutritious kale, perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 4 cups Lacinato kale, chopped
  • 23 Yukon gold or red potatoes, chopped
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Begin by prepping your vegetables: dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the potatoes.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and season with salt; cook until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds before adding the Italian sausage, breaking it apart and cooking until browned.
  4. Next, add the chopped potatoes and stir to combine, then pour in the broth.
  5. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in the kale and let it wilt for 3-4 minutes.
  7. Finally, season to taste with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley or grated Parmesan, along with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition

Keywords: soup, kale, sausage, cozy, healthy