Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 large onion, peeled and minced
  • 1 large garlic clove, peeled and minced
  • 6 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 quarts cold water
  • 6 ounces chorizo sausages, thinly sliced
  • 2 12 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bunch kale, cut into small pieces with corse stems removed

Method

  • Heat 3 Tbl.
  • oil in large stock pot.
  • Add onions and garlic, saute for a few minutes.
  • Add the potatoes and saute until they begin to brown.
  • Pour in the water.
  • Cover and gently simmer over medium heat for 30-45 minutes, until potatoes are really soft.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, saute the chorizo in a pan over low heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Smash potatoes lightly with a hand masher.
  • Add the chorizo, salt and pepper to the pot.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the kale and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • If you like your kale really soft, simmer for 1 1/2 hours, uncovered.
  • Add the remaining olive oil and serve.