Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter1 package (14 ounces) smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces8 shallots, chopped8 cups chopped fresh kale3 cups frozen corn (about 15 ounces)1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper8 cups vegetable broth3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
Preparation
In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute sausage with pepper and shallots until browned.
Add kale; cook, covered, until kale is wilted, 2-3 minutes. Stir in all remaining ingredients except orzo; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes.
Return to a boil. Stir in orzo. Cook until pasta is tender, 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
