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Cauliflower Sausage & Kale Soup

A hearty and nourishing soup that perfectly blends cauliflower, Italian sausage, and kale, ideal for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Feel free to substitute with turkey or veggie sausage.
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 cups kale, chopped You can use curly or lacinato kale.
  • 1 can (14oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for sautéing
Optional Toppings
  • Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Crusty bread, for dipping A perfect complement to the soup.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up as it cooks until it’s nice and browned.
  2. Once the sausage is cooked, toss in the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Stir in the cauliflower florets next, letting them mingle with the sausage and onion. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  4. Next, add the broth and bring everything to a gentle boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender.
  5. Stir in the chopped kale and drained tomatoes along with the Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Notes

This soup is forgiving and can be customized with leftover veggies. It tastes even better the next day. For a thicker soup, blend a cup of it and mix it back in for a creamy texture.