Rustic Potato and Kale Soup
This soup is wholesome, warming, and wonderfully adaptable. With just a few ingredients, potatoes, broth, and sturdy kale, you get a nutrient-rich meal that feels grounding and gentle. Serve it with crusty bread or a sprinkle of Parmesan for that perfect balance of comfort and nutrition.
Rustic Potato and Kale Soup
4
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for warmth)
1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, diced (skin on is fine)
6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped (about 4 to 5 cups)
¾ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (for brightness)
Optional garnish: olive oil drizzle, red pepper flakes, or grated Parmesan
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic, thyme, and smoked paprika, cooking for 1 more minute.
- Add diced potatoes, broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in chopped kale and cook for 5 to 7 minutes more, until wilted and tender but still green.
- Add lemon juice or vinegar, if using, and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired
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