Hearty Black-Eyed Peas Stew

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups cooked black-eyed peas
• 1 can diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups chopped kale or spinach (optional)