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Dark Days Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup

Dark Days Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup

Imagine a steaming bowl of pure comfort that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary culinary experience. This Dark Days Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup isn't just another recipe—it's a warm embrace on a cold day, a nutritional powerhouse that will revolutionize your meal routine. With its rich, hearty flavors and incredibly simple preparation, this soup promises to become your new go-to dish that'll have everyone asking for seconds!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings

Ingredients

  1. Italian sausage
  2. Kale, chopped
  3. White beans, canned
  4. Onion, diced
  5. Carrots, diced
  6. Celery, diced
  7. Garlic, minced
  8. Chicken broth
  9. Salt
  10. Pepper

Instructions

  1. Begin by gathering all your ingredients: Italian sausage, chopped kale, canned white beans, diced onion, diced carrots, diced celery, minced garlic, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften and the onion becomes translucent.
  3. While the vegetables are cooking, remove the casing from the Italian sausage. Once the vegetables are softened, add the sausage to the pot. Break the sausage into smaller pieces with a spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
  5. Next, pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the canned white beans (drained and rinsed) and chopped kale.
  6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together, ensuring the kale is submerged in the broth.
  7. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the kale to become tender.
  8. After simmering, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the white beans against the side of the pot with a spoon.
  9. Once the soup is ready, remove it from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. This will help the flavors develop further.
  10. Serve the Dark Days Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your hearty and nutritious meal!

Tips

  1. Choose high-quality Italian sausage for maximum flavor depth
  2. Drain and rinse canned white beans thoroughly to reduce sodium
  3. Don't rush the vegetable sautéing step—building flavor takes time
  4. For extra richness, consider adding a parmesan rind while simmering
  5. If kale seems too bitter, massage it briefly before adding to the soup
  6. Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels
  7. For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with plant-based alternative
  8. Let the soup rest 10 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to fully develop
  9. Freeze leftovers in portion-sized containers for quick future meals
  10. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added freshness

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 350kcal

Carbohydrates: 25g

Protein: 22g

Fat: 18g

Saturated Fat: 6g

Cholesterol: 45mg

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