Cozy Kale Soup (Printable Version)

A warming bowl of tender kale, hearty potatoes, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth—perfect for chilly days.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, diced
06 - 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
07 - 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped (about 6 cups)

→ Broth & Seasonings

08 - 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
13 - 1 bay leaf

→ Optional Additions

14 - 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
15 - Fresh lemon juice, for serving

# How To Make:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent.
02 - Stir in garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
03 - Add potatoes, kale, dried thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, and bay leaf. Mix well.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
05 - If using, add cannellini beans and heat through for 5 minutes.
06 - Remove bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen
  • The soup is incredibly forgiving and still tastes amazing even if you accidentally overcook the vegetables
  • Leftovers actually taste better the next day as the flavors meld together
02 -
  • The kale will look overwhelming at first but it wilts down dramatically as it cooks
  • Adding the lemon juice right before serving makes a huge difference in brightness
  • For a creamy texture, blend half the soup and return it to the pot
03 -
  • Cut your potatoes into uniform cubes so they all cook at the same rate
  • Taste your broth before adding salt since some brands are much saltier than others

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