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Ingredients:
- 1 bunch or more of kale, spinach, or collard greens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces of spicy Italian Sausage, or kielbasa thinly sliced crosswise
- 1 large leek (white and light green part only) or 1 bunch of green onions, sliced
- 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, such as cannellini or navy beans, rinsed and drained
- 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
- Freshly ground pepper
- 1 to 2 ounces freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions:
- Rinse kale, shake dry, and cut out and discard tough center stems. Roll leaves lengthwise into a tight tube and cut crosswise into 1/4 inch strips. Set aside.
- Heat oil in large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add leeks and cook over medium heat about 3 minutes. Add kale and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in beans and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until kale is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add salt and pepper.
- Ladle soup into bowls. Grate cheese on top. Serves 4.
