Hearty Sausage & Kale Soup
A comforting, flavor-packed soup with savory Italian sausage, tender beans, and nutrient-rich kale—ready in just 45 minutes!
🛒 Ingredients
🔹 Base:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
🔹 Vegetables & Beans:
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
🔹 Broth & Seasonings:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Directions
✨ Step 1: Sauté the Sausage
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add sausage, breaking it up as it browns (5-7 min).
✨ Step 2: Cook the Aromatics
Stir in onion & garlic, cooking until softened (3-4 min).
✨ Step 3: Build the Soup
Add broth, tomatoes, kale, beans, thyme, salt & pepper. Bring to a boil.
✨ Step 4: Simmer to Perfection
Reduce heat & let simmer for 20-25 min until kale is tender.
✨ Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
Ladle into bowls, top with Parmesan, and pair with crusty bread.
🔥 Rich, hearty, and full of flavor—who’s making this for dinner?