Description

Smoky Sausage, Kale & Potato Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that combines rich smoky sausage with nutritious kale and creamy Yukon gold potatoes in a savory broth. This easy-to-make soup delivers balanced flavors, satisfying textures, and is perfect for any season, offering warmth and wholesomeness in every bowl.

Ingredients

Scale

Proteins & Vegetables

1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
4 cups fresh kale, roughly chopped
2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Fats

6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons olive oil

Spices & Seasonings

1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)

Instructions

Prepare Your Ingredients: Dice the onion and mince the garlic evenly. Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces. Chop the kale roughly and peel and cube the potatoes into uniform sizes for even cooking.
Sauté Aromatics and Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned and slightly crisp at the edges.
Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the potatoes followed by smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, making sure all ingredients are submerged comfortably. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer.
Simmer Until Potatoes Are Tender: Cook gently for about 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork but still hold their shape.
Add Kale and Finish Cooking: Stir in the chopped kale and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, just until the kale wilts but remains vibrant green. Adjust seasoning if needed, and your soup is ready to serve.

Notes

Choose the right sausage: Bold, well-seasoned smoked sausage will elevate the soup’s flavor dramatically.
Don’t overcook potatoes: Maintain their shape and texture by simmering just until tender, avoiding a mushy broth.
Wilt greens at the end: Adding kale last preserves texture and color, keeping the soup fresh and visually appealing.
Use homemade broth if possible: It enhances depth and richness, but store-bought works well in a pinch.
Adjust spice levels gradually: Add pepper flakes or paprika slowly to suit your heat preference without overpowering the other flavors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 55mg

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