Chard Soup

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 Tbsp olive oil

4-6 large chard leaves, stalks separated
(slice leaves into bite-sized pieces, slice stalks into 1/2 inch pieces)

2 cloves garlic, minced

32 ounces vegetable broth

15 oz diced tomatoes

15 oz any white bean, rinsed and drained

1 large potato, diced

1 tsp balsamic vinegar

salt and pepper to taste

 

Saute onion in oil over medium heat, 5-7 minutes.
Add chard stalks, stir and saute until they start to soften.
Add garlic and chard leaves. Cover and stir occassionally, cook on medium heat 10-15 minutes.
Add broth, tomatoes, beans, and potato, plus one cup water.
Add the vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
You can top with cheese or crumbled fresh Kale Chips.
Great served with toasty fresh bread!