Red Russian Kale, White Beans*, and Chorizo Soup

Here is a slightly spicy soup to warm your bones, and it's GOOD for you! This one is for Betty Russian:
(serves 4 to 6)

8 oz. Spanish Chorizo sausage, thinly sliced crosswise
1 T.  EVOO
1 large sweet* white onion, chopped
1 can white beans*, drained and rinsed
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 t. each red pepper flakes, and freshly ground* pepper
7 cups low sodium chicken broth
3/4 lb. russet potato, peeled and chopped
12 oz. Red Russian or other kale, stems removed and leaves cut into slender ribbons
1 bay leaf*
1 t. fresh marjoram*, finely chopped
Sea salt* to taste
Lemon juice*

Cook chorizo in oil in a pot over med.-high heat, stirring often, until browned - about 5 mins. Transfer to a paper towel with a slotted spoon. Add onion to fat in pot, and saute until softened, 3-5 mins. Stir in garlic, chile flakes, and pepper; cook about 1 min. Add broth, potato, bay leaf, marjoram, and beans; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potato is tender, about 5 mins. Stir in kale and chorizo; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until kale is tender, 3-5 mins. Season with salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving. A nice warm garlic baguette, and some cold red grates would be wonderful with this soup. This is a tail wagger!!!

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