1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 medium carrot diced about 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
1. Chop garlic and onions and let sit for 5 minutes to bring out their hidden health benefits.
2. Heat 1 TBSP broth in a medium soup pot.
3. Healthy saute onion in broth over medium heat for about 5 minutes stirring frequently.
4. Add garlic and continue to saute for another minute.
5. Add broth, carrots, 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.