Soup is such a satisfying meal. And with a slow cooker, you can just set it and forget it, and come back to this hearty, flavorful Slow Cooker Kale Soup.
Author:Norann Oleson
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:6 hours
Total Time:6 hours 20 minutes
Yield:Serves 4
Category:Soups
Ingredients
Scale
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups broth (your choice; low-sodium is best)
1 1/2 cups cooked cannellini beans, or 1 can, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes, or 1 14.5-ounce can, with juice
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
3 cups chopped kale (OK to include the stems/ribs)
Optional: diced carrots, celery, turnips, etc.
Instructions
Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Stir in the tomatoes to deglaze the pan.
Pour the onion/garlic/tomato mixture into your slow cooker.
Add the cannellini beans, spices, and kale.
Pour broth over vegetables and stir.
Slow cook on low for about 6 hours; or on high for about 4 hours.
Serve with crusty garlic bread.
Notes
If you add carrots, celery, or another crunchy vegetable, you may need to add a little more liquid. Extend your slow cooking time by at least an hour.
