Sausage Kale Soup
A delightful blend of Italian sausage, nutritious kale, and tender vegetables, this soup is comforting and easy to prepare for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy) Choose based on your spice preference.
- 4 cups fresh kale (curly or Lacinato) Ensure kale is fresh for the best flavor.
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
- 2 medium potatoes (diced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- to taste Crushed red pepper flakes Add more for extra spice.
- to taste Thyme
- optional Bay leaves Only if using.
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Brown for about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for another 3 to 4 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Add sliced carrots and diced potatoes, cooking for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, season with salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh kale and let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes until the kale is tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra black pepper and red pepper flakes, if desired.
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Notes
Pair with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Adjust seasoning to taste.