"This is a hearty soup, made with spicy sausage, canned white beans, and chopped kale, along with tomatoes and other vegetables. This soup makes a delicious meal with hot baked cornbread or crusty warm rolls...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 cup diced onion
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1 cup diced red bell pepper
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1 cup diced celery
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1/2 cup diced carrot
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8 to 12 ounces andouille sausage or other smoked sausage, diced or thinly sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 bunch kale, chopped, about 8 to 10 cups chopped
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4 cups chicken broth
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1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 can (15 ounces) white beans, such as Great Northern, drained and rinsed
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1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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Dash Tabasco or similar hot pepper sauce, optional