What the Kale Soup

1 T. olive oil

1 large onion

3 cloves garlic, minced

Salt and black pepper

8 c. chicken broth

1/2 c. pearl barley

1 bunch kale, ribs removed & leaves chopped

4 red potatoes, diced (skins left on)

1 pkg. sweet apple chicken sausage (Alfresco brand), cubed

1/2 tsp. paprika

Heat oil in large soup pot over medium low heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Add broth and barley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.  Bring to boil and cook barley for 15 minutes. Add the kale and potatoes and cook for another 15 minutes, until potatoes are almost tender. Stir in the sausage and cook until sausage is heated through and potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 5 minutes more. Serve with crusty bread. 

We had this soup at Christmas, remember? I love it! Yummy and healthy. I think it's true name is something like Barley, Kale, and Sausage Soup, but Dad's name is so much better, don't you think? This is my own version of the recipe I found in the Oregonian.