Super Energy Kale Soup

Super Energy Kale Soup 

                 

From: http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=recipe&dbid=214

This quick and easy version of potato kale soup has extra vegetables for more flavor and nutrition and takes little time to prepare.

Prep and Cook Time: Prep and cooking time: 40 minutes Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 medium carrot, diced into 1/4-inch cubes (about 1 cup) 1 cup diced celery 2 red potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes 3 cups kale, rinsed, stems removed and chopped very fine 2 tsp dried thyme 2 tsp dried sage salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Chop garlic and onions and let sit for 5 minutes to bring out their hidden health benefits.
2. Heat 1 TBS broth in a medium soup pot.
3. Healthy sautee onion in broth over medium heat for about 5 minutes stirring frequently.
4. Add garlic and continue to sautee for another minute.
5. Add broth, carrots, and celery and bring to a boil on high heat.
6. Once it comes to a boil reduce heat to a simmer and continue to cook for another 5 minutes. Add potatoes and kale and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 more minutes.
7. Add rest of ingredients and cook another 5 minutes. If you want to simmer for a longer time for extra flavor and richness, you may need to add a little more broth.