Caldo Verde

Name: Caldo Verde
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound sliced smoked sausage, such as linguica or kielbasa; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 10 cups chicken stock or water; 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 bunch collard greens, chopped; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

9 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound sliced smoked sausage, such as linguica or kielbasa
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
10 cups chicken stock or water
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 bunch collard greens, chopped
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1

In a large heavy pot, heat the oil over medium high heat until hot.
2

Brown the sausage, turning once, until golden, about 5 minutes.
3

Transfer the sausage to a plate.
4

Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook, stirring until golden, about 6 minutes.
5

Add the sausage back to the pot and stir in the stock, potatoes, and collards.
6

Boil the soup until the potatoes are falling apart and the collards are tender, about 40 minutes.
7

Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.