Caldo Verde

Directions

1. In a stockpot heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the yellow onion and garlic clove. Sauté until translucent.
3. Add the potatoes and sauté for 2 minutes mixing well.
4. Stir in the cold water and raise the heat to high. Bring to a boil and lower to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes until the potatoes are cooked and can be easily mashed.
5. In a sauté pan add the linguica and place over low heat. Cook for 10 minutes and remove from heat to a paper towel covered plate to drain.
6. Take the kale and trim the ends. Take one end of the kale and roll up. Thinly slice the kale to create shreds.
7. Using a potato masher mash the potatoes in the soup. Add the linguica, cover, and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Uncover the soup and add the shredded kale. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste and serve.