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Bacon-And-Kale Minestra
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 4
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Ingredients:
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (evoo)
1/3 lb smoky bacon, chopped (about 6 slices)
1/2 lb red potatoes, cut into small cubes
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 lb kale, stemmed and shredded (or chopped)
6 cups chicken stock
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
salt and pepper
grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, for serving
Directions:
1. In a soup pot, heat the EVOO, 1 turn of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the potatoes, onion and garlic, cover and cook for 5 minutes. Add the kale, cover and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the chicken stock, beans and nutmeg; season with salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve in shallow bowls with the cheese on top.
By RecipeOfHealth.com