Description
Savor the comforting warmth of Sausage and Kale Soup, a hearty dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings. This delicious soup is brimming with savory Italian sausage, nutrient-packed kale, and aromatic herbs that come together in a delightful blend of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 cups fresh curly kale (chopped)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Push onions aside and add Italian sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 6-8 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the pot's bottom. Stir in oregano and red pepper flakes.
- Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat and add chopped kale. Simmer until kale is tender (about 10 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg