Bean Soup with Kale

Well my life has taken a dramatic turn lately because I have joined a "Biggest Loser" competition so most of my meals lately have been healthy. What surprises me is just how tasty these new meals are! I am completely hooked! One of the big things is that my children ate it with no problems-not a whine from either of them which in my book means success since they are the pickiest eaters in out home. This meal is a Great main course or even a wonderful side dish.

Bean Soup with Kale
original recipe found here


Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or canola oil
• 8 large garlic cloves, crushed or minced
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 4 cups chopped raw kale
• 4 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 (15 ounce) cans white beans, such as cannellini or navy, undrained
• 4 plum tomatoes, chopped
• 2 teaspoons dried Italian herb seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup chopped parsley

Directions:
In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add garlic and onion; saute until soft. Add kale and saute, stirring, until wilted. Add everything else and let simmer for about 30 minutes