Sausage and Kale Soup
Dive into a bowl of comfort with our Sausage, Kale, and White Bean Soup. Featuring herby Italian sausage, earthy kale, creamy beans, and tender potatoes, finished with a splash of cream, this soup is a heartwarming blend of flavors and textures. Ready in under an hour, it's the perfect cozy meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 yellow onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 15- ounce can of cannellini beans
- 4 medium potatoes
- 2 stalks kale
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- freshly ground black pepper and lemon juice
Instructions
- Begin with Sautéing: In a large pot, heat up the olive oil on a medium-high setting. Introduce onion and garlic to the oil, cooking them until they're tender and aromatic, about 10 minutes. This creates the flavorful base of your soup.
- Cook the Sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the pot, breaking it apart as it cooks until fully browned. This step infuses the soup with a rich, meaty flavor. Remember to drain off any excess fat to keep the soup's texture ideal.
- Introduce Flavors: Mix in the smoked paprika and flour, cooking for an additional minute to enhance the soup's taste and thickness.
- Potato and Broth Addition: Slowly pour in the chicken broth, followed by adding the diced potatoes. Allow the mixture to simmer on a low flame for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes soften, soaking up the broth's flavors.
- Incorporate Kale and Beans: Add the kale and cannellini beans into the pot, letting the soup simmer for another 5-10 minutes. This not only adds color and texture but also enriches the soup with nutrients.
- Final Touch: Stir in the cream, seasoning the soup with salt, pepper, and a dash of lemon juice to your liking. This last step ensures a creamy consistency and a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Serve warm and savor the creamy, comforting goodness.