Bean And Kale Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Bean And Kale Soup

• Yellow Onion
• Garlic Cloves
• Olive Oil
• 1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
• 1 pound smoked ham hock
• Chicken Stock
• Water
• Italian Seasoning
• Red Potatoes
• Cannellini Beans
• Black Pepper
• Cayenne

How to Make Bean And Kale Soup

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
2. Add the smoked ham hock and chopped kale to the pot. Sauté until the kale begins to wilt and turn bright green, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the dried thyme, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until tender.
6. Gently stir in the rinsed and drained cannellini beans. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the potatoes are thoroughly tender.
7. Remove the ham hock from the soup and shred the meat. Return the shredded ham to the soup. Season with salt to taste.
8. Serve the soup hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and crusty bread, if desired.