This flavorful soup is incredibly easy and delicious, and most of the ingredients are probably already in your pantry. I love the peppery flavor of the kale, and I find that the salt in the Italian sausage is enough to flavor the whole pot.
Serves about 6.
Ingredients:
1 lb Italian Sausage (I like the hot stuff)
1 Large Onion, chopped
3 Fresh Garlic Cloves, minced
3-5 Medium Potatoes
32oz Chicken Broth
4 Large Kale Leaves
1 Cup Heavy Cream (optional)
Directions:
Brown Italian sausage on medium heat in a separate skillet. Strain the grease out using a mesh strainer or slotted spoon, but DO NOT RINSE!
Wash and peel potatoes. Cut in-half, then slice into 1/4in. pieces.
In a large soup pot, combine chicken broth, minced garlic, chopped onion, potatoes and cooked sausage. Allow to simmer about 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
While soup is simmering, wash kale thoroughly and remove the spines. Tear into “spoon-sized” pieces. When potatoes are cooked to your desired tenderness, turn off the heat and add the kale. Make sure the kale is submerged in the hot broth. Cover and let sit for about 5 minutes, or until the kale turns a bright green color.
Add cream, if desired (I don’t) and serve immediately. It’s delicious with simple bread and butter on the side. Enjoy! ~Joanie
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