Sausage Kale Soup

3/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cups chicken broth
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound fresh kale, trimmed and chopped
1 can (15 ounces) white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed, drained
1/2 pound fully cooked Polish sausage, sliced

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the broth, potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Using a potato masher, mash potatoes slightly. Add the kale, beans and sausage; cook over medium-low heat until kale is tender. Makes 6 servings.