Portuguese Caldo Verde - Soup with Potatoes, Kale, and Chorizo

Directions

1. 1
   Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add the chorizo, removed from casing and cook, making sure to crumble the sausage. Side Note: If you use a vegetarian substitute, remove it from the casing and chop into small pieces.
3. 3
   Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until the onion is tender and the sausage is cooked.
4. 4
   Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
5. 5
   Add the chicken broth, potato chunks, and season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste. Simmer for 20 minutes then add the kale. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes then taste and re-season if needed. Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread. Enjoy.