Smoky Kale and Sausage Soup: A Comfort Classic!
This smoky kale and sausage soup is a hearty meal that's perfect for warming up on a cold evening. Packed with spicy sausage, tender kale, and flavorful potatoes, it's a satisfying and nourishing delight.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pound spicy Italian sausage casings removed
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large bunch kale leaves removed and chopped
- 1.5 pound red potatoes diced
- 8 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Sauté sausage: In a large pot, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
- Cook vegetables: Add the onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion is translucent, around 5 minutes.
- Add kale and potatoes: Stir in the kale and potatoes, cooking until the kale begins to wilt, approximately 3 minutes.
- Simmer the soup: Pour in the chicken broth and add smoked paprika, returning the sausage to the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, serve hot, and enjoy the comforting goodness!
Notes
For a creamier texture, stir in one cup of heavy cream in the last five minutes of cooking.