Spicy Sausage & Kale Soup

First attempted in a joint effort by Meg and I this summer with wonderful results!

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 lbs. andouille sausage, sliced in 1/2-inch slices
1 cup chopped onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 large white potatoes, peeled and diced
3 quarts of chicken stock
4 cups kale, stemmed, and cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Pinch of crushed red pepper


In a large stock pot, heat olive oil, then add the sausage and onions. Saute the mixture for 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and diced potatoes and cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and burning. Slowly add the stock and stir, bringing the liquid to a rolling simmer for 25-35 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender. Add kale and cook until tender. Season with crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper.  Stir in the parsley.

Ladle the soup into shallow bowls and serve with warm, crusty bread.
Makes about 8 servings.


Picture courtesy of thegourmetproject.blogspot.com