Kale Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 (14 oz.) cans of white cannellini beans (or kidney)Drained and rinsed. 
¼ cup of diced celeryWashed, trimmed and diced
1/2 cup onionPeeled, washed, and diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsleyOr ¼ cup dried parsley
6 cups of low sodium chicken broth
3 cups fresh kale(Or spinach or escarole). Washed, trimmed and chopped
1 cup diced no added salt stewed tomatoes
2 teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼  teaspoon Pepper
¼ teaspoon Salt 
1 clove garlicWashed, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat oil in large stock pot.
2Add garlic, onions, potatoes, and celery.Fry out the garlic in olive oil taking care not to burn it.  
3Add the chicken broth, parsley, potatoes, seasonings and bring to boil.
4Reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for five minutes.
5Then add the coarsely shredded kale.
6Cook slowly for 20 minutes or so until greens are cooked through.
7Add the can of beans and cook another 5 minutes.Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
8Serve hot. with grated cheese on top.
To make this recipe gluten free: Use GF broth. Always check all ingredients to be sure they are gluten free.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates