heat 3Tbsp olive oil
add:
1/2C? fennel (or celery)
[I just buy a small fennel, and use it all]
1C chopped leek & onion
[again, I use a smallish leek and onion]
3/4C chopped carrots
1/2C chopped ham
1Tbsp chopped garlic
[saute' until vegetables soften]
add:
1 pound Kale (8C) chopped
1 1/2C chopped fresh tomato (seeded)
2C low salt chicken broth
bring to boil
cook gently 30 minutes w/ cover
add:
3C (2 15oz cans) cooked pinto beans
heat uncovered to thicken
garnish with good olive oil
[I often forget to do this, and always regret it!]