KALE SOUP WITH POTATOES AND SAUSAGE

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There are hundreds of versions of this classic recipe. It's a favorite in Spain, Portugal and some of the Azorean Islands (off the lower coast of Portugal). It's quite easy to prepare, and it's delicious and features a full, robust flavor palate. In Spain, it would be prepared with Spanish Chorizo, and in Portugal and the...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb linguica or spanish chorizo (spicy pork sausage), cut into 18-inch slices
1 large spanish onion, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
6 c heads of kale, stemmed and coarsley chopped (about 1 1/2 heads)
4 c low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp black pepper
3 large plum tomatoes, diced

Steps:

  • 1. Place the sausage in a large pot over medium-low heat and cook until it begins to render its fat, about 2 minutes. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes. Add the garlic and potatoes and cook for 2 minutes. Add the kale and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes longer.
  • 2. Stir in the chicken broth, vinegar and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour. Season with pepper. Stir in the tomatoes and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Divide among 4 bowls and serve.

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