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sourdough bread
coarsely torn day-old
olive oil
kosher salt
sweet Italian sausage
casings removed
dry white wine
onion
finely chopped
carrots
peeled, finely chopped
celery stalks
finely chopped
anchovy fillets
packed in oil, drained, chopped
garlic cloves
thinly sliced
crushed red pepper flakes
Tuscan kale
ribs removed, leaves torn
whole peeled tomatoes
drained, finely chopped
cannellini beans
rinsed
low-sodium chicken broth
red wine vinegar
Parmesan
shaved
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Toss coarsely torn sourdough bread with 3 tablespoons olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet.
Season with kosher salt.
Squeeze bread to moisten.
Toast in the preheated oven, tossing occasionally, until golden brown and crunchy, 15-18 minutes.
Let croutons cool.
Mix sweet Italian sausage (casings removed) and dry white wine in a medium bowl until smooth.
Cook sausage mixture in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until firm but not browned, about 4 minutes.
Add finely chopped onion, carrots, celery, anchovy fillets (drained, chopped), thinly sliced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender but still hold their shape, 20-25 minutes.
Add torn Tuscan kale (ribs removed), finely chopped whole peeled tomatoes (drained), rinsed cannellini (white kidney) beans, and low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until kale offers no resistance when bitten and flavors have melded, about 1 hour.
Just before serving, add red wine vinegar and half of the croutons to the soup, stirring to break them into smaller pieces.
Divide remaining croutons among bowls.
Ladle soup over croutons.
Serve topped with shaved Parmesan and drizzled with more olive oil.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.
For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra tang.
If you don't have Tuscan kale, you can substitute with spinach or Swiss chard.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead; flavors improve over time.
Garnish with a swirl of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Accompany with a simple green salad.
A classic Italian pairing.
A lighter option that won't overpower the soup.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional peasant dish; uses leftover bread and vegetables.
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