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Olive Garden Kale Soup

A comforting soup that combines rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, featuring tender kale and hearty sausage, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound Italian sausage crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups kale chopped
  • 1 large potato diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the crumbled sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the diced potato and cook for about 10 minutes.
  6. Add the chopped kale and stir well, cooking for another 5 minutes until wilted.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  8. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and ladle the soup into bowls. Serve hot.

Notes

Let the soup sit for at least 10 minutes before serving for the flavors to deepen.