A warm, hearty Italian soup with rich, spicy notes of Italian sausage mingling with tender kale and creamy potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 medium onion (chopped)
6 cups chicken broth
3 medium potatoes (sliced thinly)
2 cups kale (chopped)
1 cup fresh spinach
1 cup heavy cream
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the Italian sausage to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 6-8 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the sliced potatoes and let them cook for 10-15 minutes, or until tender.
Stir in the chopped kale and spinach, allowing them to wilt into the soup. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
