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Sausage and White Bean Kale Soup
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Sausage and White Bean Kale Soup

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage chicken or turkey sausage if preferred, casing removed
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cans 15 ounces each white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh kale stemmed and chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up into crumbles, until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
  • Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  • Stir in the Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes (if using), cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the white beans. Stir to combine and bring the soup to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Add the chopped kale and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the kale is wilted.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.