Collard or mustard greens can be substituted for the kale.

Add chorizo and cook, stirring, until browned, about 5 minutes.

Drain the chorizo on paper towels and set aside.

Portuguese Potato-Kale Soup

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Heat oil in a heavy stockpot over medium heat.

Add onions and saute until softened, 5 to 10 minutes.

Add broth, potatoes and garlic and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

Transfer the potatoes and garlic to a bowl with a slotted spoon; lightly mash with a fork.

Return to the soup and bring to a simmer.

Stir in kale, a handful at a time.

Simmer until the kale is tender, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the reserved chorizo and season with salt and pepper.

Chorizo can be made with raw or smoked, ground or chopped pork.

Chorizo is available at well-stocked supermarkets, specialty food stores or online at tienda.com.

Chorizo can be found in the deli section of most large supermarkets.

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