Hearty German Kale and Sausage Stew

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) kale, stems removed and leaves chopped 1 lb (450g) kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 4 sausages, such as bratwurst or kielbasa, sliced 4 sausages, such as bratwurst or kielbasa, sliced
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 24g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 22g, 5g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook until browned. Remove the sausages from the pot and set aside.
2. 2.
   In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, and potatoes. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3.
   Add the minced garlic, caraway seeds, and dried thyme to the pot. Cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
4. 4.
   Return the sausages to the pot and add the chopped kale. Stir well to combine.
5. 5.
   Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the kale is tender and the flavors have melded together.
7. 7.
   Serve the German kale and sausage stew hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Kale — Make sure to remove the tough stems before chopping the leaves. Massage the kale with a bit of olive oil to help tenderize it before adding it to the stew.

Tips & Tricks

• For a smoky flavor, you can use smoked sausages instead of regular ones.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like turnips or celery for added depth of flavor.
• Serve the stew with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of grated cheese for extra richness.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated the next day, allowing the flavors to develop even further.
• This stew pairs well with crusty bread or boiled potatoes.

Serving advice

Serve the German kale and sausage stew in deep bowls, allowing the flavors to meld together. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves for a pop of color and added aroma.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or boiled potatoes. The vibrant green color of the kale against the rich sausages creates an appetizing visual contrast.