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Sausage Kale Soup

A hearty and nutritious soup made with sausage, kale, and vegetables, perfect for a cozy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Sausage and Vegetables
  • 1 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
Greens and Seasoning
  • 4 cups kale stems removed, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

Cook the Sausage
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Sauté the Vegetables
  1. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Add Broth and Simmer
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Add Kale and Season
  1. Stir in the chopped kale, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the kale is tender.
Serve
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes well for longer storage.

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