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Hearty Sausage Soup with Potatoes, Beans, and Kale

Savor the Comfort of Hearty Sausage Soup with Potatoes, Beans, and Kale

This Hearty Sausage Soup with Potatoes, Beans, and Kale is the perfect antidote to a long day, packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb Beef smoked sausage sliced into bite-size rounds
  • 1 large Onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (½-1 tsp, adjust to taste)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground white pepper
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
For the Veggie Medley
  • 3 small Russet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 6 cups Chicken stock or broth or beef/vegetable stock
  • 2 cans Navy beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups Kale roughly chopped
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon Lemon juice

Equipment

  • Large soup pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the potatoes into half-inch cubes, chop the kale and parsley, and slice the sausage.
  2. Sear the Sausage: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the sliced sausage. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics: Add diced onions, Italian seasoning, black and white pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes until onions are softened, then add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Add the Potatoes and Stock: Stir in diced potatoes and pour in chicken stock. Cover partially and let simmer for about 12 minutes.
  5. Incorporate Beans: Stir in drained navy beans and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  6. Add Kale and Final Touches: Remove from heat, stir in chopped kale, parsley, and lemon juice until the kale wilts slightly.
  7. Serve the Soup: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring a hearty mix of ingredients. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup is freezer-friendly, making it great for meal prep. Keep in mind expert tips for best results.

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