Caldo Verde (Portuguese Sausage and Kale Soup)

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large white onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound Portuguese sausage, sliced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 large potatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add Portuguese sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add chicken broth, potatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
4. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
5. Add kale and heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Caldo Verde is a traditional Portuguese soup that is often served during holidays and celebrations.
• The name of the soup translates to “green broth”, referring to the color of the kale.
• The Portuguese sausage used in this soup is a type of chorizo, which is a cured smoked sausage.