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Curly Kale & Potato Pilsner Soup

Question: What to do with all that kale you're getting from your Community-Supported Agriculture share?
Answer: Curly Kale Potato Pilsner Soup!

Ingredients:

• 1 large bunch kale, curly
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 mediom onions, sliced
• 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• pinch kosher salt
• 5 cups chicken stock or broth
• 12-16 ounces Pilsner beer
• 1 can (15 ounce) great northern beans

Process:

1. Clean and remove the tough stems from the kale. Drain well and Chop coarsely.
2. Cut potatoes in half, then cut into 1/4 inch thick slices.
3. Heat the olive oil in a heavy stock pot over medium heat. Add the onions, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 10 minutes, until onions are soft, tender, and slightly browned.
4. Stir in garlic. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Stir in potatoes, kale and salt, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add chicken stock and Pilsner, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
7. Add beans and cook for another 10 minutes, or until potatoes and kale are tender.
8. Salt andn pepper to taste.

Serve garnished with fresh-grated hard cheese, croutons, fresh herbs, etc.

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