Ingredients

  • 12 ounces kale, de-stemmed and chopped
  • 8 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 6 mushrooms, chopped
  • 5 (15 ounce) cans low sodium vegetable broth, divided
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans low-sodium small white beans, drained and rinsed, divided
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
  • 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seed

Method

  • Remove the center stem from the kale and discard. Wash and chop kale leaves and set aside. If you don't know how to remove the stems from kale, Google: remove kale stems.
  • Prepare garlic, onion and mushrooms and set aside.
  • In a blender or food processor, puree 1 can of broth and 1 can of beans until smooth.
  • Combine puree, kale, garlic, onion, mushrooms, remaining broth, beans, tomatoes and seasonings in a large soup pot (at least 6 quarts).
  • Bring to a boil on moderately high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning on the bottom.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.