Peasant Soup

I spent the day Sunday cleaning, decorating for the holidays, and making 'to do' lists.  I didn't put a great deal of effort into my usual Sunday dinner.  Surprisingly we had a bright green patch of fresh kale growing in what you would think is a completely barren garden.  I put this pot of soup on in no time at all.  Really healthy, comforting and not at all expensive to make.  I have no clue why this is called Peasant Soup.  It is a recipe that I cut from a Taste of Home magazine years ago.  I make it often and easily switch out ingredients with what ever I have on hand.  This one is a keeper.  It also freezes well.

Peasant Soup
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1 lb. Italian sausage cut into 1 inch pieces
2 medium onions, chopped
1 T. olive oil.
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken cut into 1 inch pieces
2 (15 oz.) cans of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 (14.5 oz.) cans chicken broth
2 (14/5 oz.) cans diced tomatoes
1 tsp. dried oregano
6 c. chopped fresh kale or spinach
Grated parmesan for serving

In a large dutch oven brown the sausage and onions in the olive oil. 

Add the garlic and cook another minute.

Next add the chicken pieces, cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink.

Stir in the beans, broth, tomatoes and oregano.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes.

Add the greens and heat until wilted.

Serve with a sprinkle of grated cheese.