Spicy Italian Sausage and White Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 1 lb hot Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups fresh kale, stems removed and chopped
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan for serving
• Crusty bread for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sausage and break it into crumbles. Cook until browned, about 6-7 minutes.

2. 2

   Add onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.

3. 3

   Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Add cannellini beans, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in the chopped kale and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted and tender.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Serve in deep bowls topped with grated Parmesan alongside crusty bread.