Kale and White Bean Sausage Soup

Ingredients

For 6 servings

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lb (450 g) Italian sausage
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 2-3 celery stalks, diced
• 2 large garlic cloves, finely minced or crushed
• 1/2 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1/3 cup (75 ml) dry white wine
• 2 cans (14 oz / 400 g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 5 cups (1.25 liters) low-sodium chicken stock
• 2 cups (100 g) Tuscan kale (cavolo nero)
• 1 cup (200 ml) half and half (single cream)
• 1/3 cup (30 g) grated Parmesan
• Salt and pepper to taste