Italian Sausage Soup with Kale and Beans

This is a hearty and tasty Italian sausage soup made with kale and cannellini beans. Great for a cozy meal that fills you up.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

In a large pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks

Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot, saut until softened

Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, water, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper

Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes

Add chopped kale and cannellini beans, simmer for an additional 10 minutes until kale is tender

Adjust seasoning if necessary

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese