Sausage Potato & Kale Soup
Mild Italian sausage and potatoes are the foundation for this simple sausage, potato and kale soup. Serve it with slices of whole-wheat bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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8 ounces mild Italian sausage, casings removed
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2 cups chopped yellow onion
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1 ½ cups chopped celery, plus leaves for garnish
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 (14 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
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12 ounces baby red potatoes, halved
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4 cups unsalted chicken broth
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¾ teaspoon ground pepper
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¼ teaspoon salt
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3 cups stemmed and coarsely chopped kale
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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Shaved Parmesan cheese for garnish
Description
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Cook sausage in a large heavy pot over medium heat, stirring often to crumble, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add onion, celery and garlic; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 6 minutes. Add tomato paste; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, potatoes, broth, pepper and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cover; reduce heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
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Stir kale into the soup. Continue simmering over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the kale is wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice.
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Divide the soup evenly among 6 bowls; garnish with celery leaves and Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately.