Italian Sausage And Kale Soup Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound bulk hot Italian sausage6 cups chopped fresh kale2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes4 large carrots, finely chopped (about 3 cups)1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper5 cups chicken stockGrated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker.

Add kale, beans, tomatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, seasonings and stock to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until vegetables are tender. Top each serving with cheese.