Caldo Verde

Ingredients

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Onion

1 large, diced

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Potatoes

3 medium, peeled and diced

Chicken or vegetable broth

6 cups

Kale

4 cups, chopped

Chorizo or linguica sausage

1 cup, sliced

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced potatoes to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
5. Using a potato masher or an immersion blender, partially mash the potatoes in the soup to thicken it while still leaving some texture.
6. Stir in the chopped kale and sliced sausage, allowing the soup to simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the kale is wilted and the sausage is heated through.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. For an added depth of flavor, consider incorporating a pinch of smoked paprika.
8. Serve hot with a drizzle of good quality olive oil on top, and enjoy this comforting bowl of Caldo Verde!