Kale and Apple Soup

Ingredients (use vegan versions):

• 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
• 1 pound. kale, washed, stems removed ( 4 cups )
• 1/4 teaspoon salt ( I use Bragg''s Aminos instead of salt )
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon vegan brown sugar
• 1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped ( 1 cup )
• 1/2 cup veg sour cream or plain soy yogurt

Directions:

1. Wash the kale thoroughly and trim off the tough stalks. Tear into medium pieces. Bring the broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the kale, cover, and simmer 8 minutes.

2. Season with Bragg''s Aminos (or salt) and vegan brown sugar. Stir in the chopped apple and simmer another 8 minutes.

3. Stir in the veggie sour cream (or soy yogurt) and cumin. Serve immediately.

Serves: 4

Preparation time: 15