KALE & BEAN SOUP

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Chock-full of veggies, this soup soothes both the body and the spirit. The kale is packed with nutrients, including omega-3s, and the beans add a natural creaminess. -Beth Sollars, Delray Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 medium onions, chopped
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch kale, trimmed and coarsely chopped
3-1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, saute onions and potatoes in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the kale, broth, tomatoes, water, Italian seasoning, paprika, pepper and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until kale is tender., Cool slightly. Discard bay leaf. In a blender, process 3 cups soup until smooth. Return to pan; add beans and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges