21 Reviews of Hearty Portuguese Kale Soup

From: Andi of Longmeadow Farm

On Mar 23, 2007

Wonderful combination of fresh kale, chorizo sausage, beans, and comforting chicken broth. I added 2 cloves of minced garlic, a hint of red pepper flakes, and a tomato to use it up. The taste was outstanding! My husband got a bunch of kale at the store, and had to use it, sure glad I found this recipe. Thanks for changing my outlook of kale, Bitsie! This will be served on the farm for Saturday lunch!

From: princess.and.the.pea

On Feb 28, 2007

I made this soup during my Dad's last visit. I am half Portuguese on my father's side, but by the time I was born, my Nana had long ago hung up her apron and her desire to cook. This was the first time I had made or tried this rich and hearty meal. Blue and I loved it, but for my dad, it was really a treat. He said it was every bit as good as the one he remembered from his childhood visits to Rhode Island. I served it with crusty buttered rolls and Nana's "Pappish" (Portuguese Sweet Rice). The entire meal was a hit of epic proportions.

From: Liza at Recipezaar

On Oct 4, 2006

This was fab. The chorizo gives it a great smokey flavor. Definitely double the chicken broth or more and I grated some parmesan cheese over the top of each serving. Served with crusty bread, it was a complete meal. My 3 year old loved it as did my husband. Easy way to get your greens!

From: Fred and Christie

On Jun 23, 2008

Doubled the liquid- but I used homemade chicken stock instead of broth - I think it really adds to the flavor. Made it a second time with broth and really missed the flavor and body of the chicken stock.

From: Karabea

On Sep 23, 2008

This was delicious! I used 2 quarts of chicken broth. I also added 2 cloves of garlic finely chopped and some crushed red pepper flakes to make it extra spicy. I did not have ditalini, so I used small shells instead. Can't wait to make this when it is cold outside! Thanks so much for posting!

From: calichef

On Sep 15, 2005

I grew up with this soup aka "Caldina" my gramma never put kidney beans - just white northern beans and used a soup bone vs chx broth but this recipe was quite delicious - My children loved it!

From: Miss Elizabeth

On Dec 3, 2005

I know this as "caldo verde" and absolutely adore it! I got my original recipe from an old Portuguese woman in Fall River Mass. known for it's Portuguese-American and old country population. scrummy thanks for sharing!

From: Heather U.

On May 16, 2005

Bitsie, this is a super soup, very tasty with just simple ingredients. I confess that I used turkey italian sausage rather than chorizo because I really needed to use it up. I'm sure the flavor would be very different otherwise, so I tried to compensate a tad by adding some sauteed garlic and 1 tsp zaatar. I loved the result and will make it again. Thanks for posting! (P.S. Another confession: I left out the pasta since there were potatoes in it already, and I was serving the soup with fresh bread.)

From: Graybert

On Jul 20, 2004

I have made this so many times, I am so glad that someone has posted a recipe for it here. This is a delicious, hearty soup! The fresh chorizo makes the soup! Yumm!

From: Heather N.

On Nov 8, 2009

This soup is FABULOUS!!! It is quick and easy, I didn't add pasta, potatoes are enough cabs for me. I will definitely make this again...Thanks Bitsie