Soup with sausages and kale

4 servings

50 minutes

Sausage and kale soup is a hearty and aromatic dish of European cuisine that combines simplicity with rich flavor. Its roots trace back to home cooking, where traditional soups were enhanced with accessible and nutritious ingredients. The creamy consistency achieved by partially pureeing potatoes harmonizes with the spiciness of garlic and the mild heat of red pepper. Kale adds freshness to the soup and enriches it with beneficial micronutrients, while chicken sausages contribute softness and meaty flavor. This soup is perfect for cozy family dinners, especially in cold weather. It is served hot, complemented by crusty bread or fresh herbs to highlight the depth of flavor nuances.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 458.7
• Proteins: 24.5g
• Fats: 18.8g
• Carbohydrates: 44.2g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Onion: 1 head
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Red pepper flakes: 0.3 tsp
• Potato: 700 g
• Chicken broth: 1.3 l
• Curly Kale: 360 g
• Chicken sausages: 360 g

Cooking steps

1. In a large pot (6 to 8 liters), heat the oil over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon

2. Add the onion and cook until soft, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head

3. Add garlic and red pepper; cook until fragrant for 1 minute.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Red pepper flakes: 0.3 teaspoon

4. Add potatoes and broth; bring to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 700 g
   • Chicken broth: 1.3 l

5. Reduce the heat; cook until the potatoes are soft, about 10 to 15 minutes.

6. Puree half of the soup in a blender. Return it to the pot; add cabbage and sausages.

   Required ingredients:

   • Curly Kale: 360 g
   • Chicken sausages: 360 g

7. Boil until the cabbage is soft and 'wilted', about 10-15 minutes.