Kale & White Bean Stew – FRESHFARM

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp. cooking oil (olive oil compliments the flavors well)
• 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped into ½-inch cubes
• 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. fresh or 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 4 cups vegetable stock OR water + ½ tsp. salt
• 1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes, or 2-3 fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 1 (15.5 oz) can white beans OR ½ cup dried white beans prepared with the Basic Cooked Beans recipe
• Red wine vinegar (optional)
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Pinch of sugar (optional)
• A few tbsp. of minced, fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil (optional)
• Parmesan cheese OR yeast flakes (optional)