Description
Discover how to make a hearty Smoked Sausage Kale and Potato Soup that’s perfect for cozy nights in. This easy recipe will warm you up from the inside out!
Ingredients
- – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
- – 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- – 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- – 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- – 1 package (400 g) beef sausage, (such as beef kielbasa or beef andouille), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- – 4 cups (960 ml) torn kale leaves
- – salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- – 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) dried thyme
- – 3 cups (720 ml) cubed potatoes
- – 4 cups (960 ml) low-sodium fat-free chicken broth
- – 2 cups (480 ml) plant-based milk, I used Soy milk, see notes below for more options
Instructions
- Warm vegetable oil and olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced beef sausage, kale, salt, pepper, sprig of rosemary, and thyme; mix everything together and let it cook for about 8 minutes, stirring every now and then.
- Incorporate the diced potatoes and let them cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and soy milk; bring the mixture to a boil.
- Lower the heat to a simmer and let it continue cooking for 10 to 14 minutes or until the potatoes are soft and fully cooked.
- Take the pot off the heat.
- Check the seasoning and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
- Discard the rosemary sprig.
- Serve the soup by ladling it into bowls.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use plant-based milk like almond or oat milk instead of soy milk.
- Feel free to include other vegetables such as carrots or celery for added flavor and nutrients.
- To add some spice, consider sprinkling red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
