Turkey Kale Soup

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

3 large shallots, chopped

3 medium carrots, cut into bite-size pieces

1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

8 oz ground turkey meat

1 tsp Italian seasoning

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 15 oz can diced tomatoes

1 cup cooked brown rice

1 small bunch kale, coarsely chopped (about 3 cups)

salt, pepper and cayenne

freshly grated Parmesan

Instructions:

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, carrots and bell pepper and sauté, until the vegetables begin to soften, 8 to 10 minutes.
Add the ground turkey and cook until meat is cooked.
Add the herbs and stir to release aromas
Add broth, tomatoes and rice. Bring to a boil.
Stir in the kale and season with salt, pepper and cayenne.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender
Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.