1/2lbto 1 lb kale, thickest part of stem removed and roughly chopped
1large leek, diced
1large onion, diced
2garlic cloves, minced
5cupsgood quality chicken or vegetable stock
1can whole or diced tomatoes
3/4lbblack beans, soaked overnight then cooked until tender
salt and pepper to taste
Optional:
1lbsausage, spicy or not, cut into chunks
3tbspolive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot until hot. Add leek, onion and garlic and fry until tender but not browning. Add sausage, if using, and fry until cooked through. Add the stock and bring to a simmer.
Add the kale and tomatoes and simmer until the kale is very tender, about 20 minutes. If using whole tomatoes, break up with a spoon. Add black beans and salt and pepper to taste and summer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve with a squeeze of lemon and a grate of parmesan cheese if desired!