Italian Pork White Bean and Kale Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened.
• STEP 2.Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
• STEP 3.Add diced pork and cook until browned on all sides.
• STEP 4.Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 5.Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
• STEP 6.Add white beans and kale to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.
• STEP 7.Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
• STEP 8.Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can use bone-in pork chops or pork shoulder instead of diced pork.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the white beans with a fork before adding them to the pot.
• To make this soup vegetarian, you can omit the pork and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the soup on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through.
• Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.