Ingredients
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1 lb. pork sausage, removed from casing if necessary
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced into rounds
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
2 c. water
1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
1 bunch kale, ribs removed, leaves torn into 2" pieces
2 (15.5-oz.) cans white beans, rinsed and drained
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Crushed red pepper flakes, for serving
Preparation
Step 1In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add sausage and cook, using a wooden spoon to break it up, until browned, about 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove sausage to a plate. Step 2Return pot to medium-high and add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring until the onions and garlic are softened, about 5 minutes.Step 3Stir in chicken broth, water, Italian seasoning, and cooked sausage and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook over medium until carrots and celery are tender, about 6 minutes. Add the kale and beans and cook until the kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Step 4Season with salt and pepper and serve with a drizzle of oil, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes.
