sausage soup is rich and cozy

 

Ingredients

• 1 (14-ounce) package beef smoked sausage, sliced into bite-sized circles
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Pinch or two black pepper
• ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
• 4 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press
• 3 small russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about ½” cubes)
• 6 cups chicken stock or broth
• 2 (15-ounce) cans organic navy beans, drained and rinsed well
• 2 cups roughly chopped kale
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• Tiny squeeze of lemon (about ½ teaspoon)

Preparation

1. Prep Ingredients:

   • Gather and prep all ingredients, ensuring they are organized and ready for use.

2. Cook Sausage:

   • Heat a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef smoked sausage slices (no added oil needed, as the sausage will release its own fat). Sear the sausage slices for a few minutes until they are nicely browned, flipping them as needed.

3. Sauté Vegetables and Spices:

   • Add the diced onion to the pot along with the Italian seasoning, a pinch or two of black pepper, and the ground white pepper. Sauté with the sausage until the onion is softened and golden.
   • Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.

4. Add Potatoes and Stock:

   • Stir in the diced potatoes, then pour in the chicken stock (or broth). Cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar and allow the soup to simmer gently for about 12 minutes.

5. Add Beans:

   • After 12 minutes, add the navy beans to the pot. Stir to combine and let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

6. Finish with Kale and Seasonings:

   • Turn off the heat and stir in the roughly chopped kale, allowing it to wilt into the hot soup. Add the chopped parsley and a tiny squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

7. Serve:

   • Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with bread if desired.

Enjoy your hearty and flavorful beef smoked sausage and potato soup!!