Perfect soup for a chilly night

                              

                       

                               Kale and White Bean Soup With Sausage

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons Joe and Son’s Garlic EVOO
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced carrot
• 1 lb Kielbasa sausage or other mild smoked sausage, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bunch kale, chopped, about 8 to 10 cups chopped

• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (15 oz) white beans, such as Great Northern, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation:

In a large pot, heat Joe and Son's Garlic EVOO over medium-high heat.
Add onions, bell pepper, celery, carrots and sausage.

 Sauté, stirring, until onion is just tender. Reduce heat to medium-low.

Add kale and garlic; cover and continue cooking for 2 minutes.

Add remaining ingredients; cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes,
until vegetables are tender. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Serves 8.  Great with a loaf of hot, crusty bread.