Heat a medum skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil, onion, carrots. celery and sausages and cook until onions are softened and translucent.
Add garlic, salt, thyme and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
Add chicken broth and potatoes. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium heat and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring often, until potatoes and carrots are tender.
Stir in kale and cream and serve with Parmesan if desired.
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Variations and Substitutions:
You can swap the smoked sausage for another cooked sausage. If using uncooked sausage, be sure to saute it before adding the vegetables.
You can adjust and swap the herbs and seasonings to suit your tastes, just keep in mind that this will affect the overall flavor.
To make in the slow cooker, simply dump everything in and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender. If you prefer, you can saute the vegetables before adding for extra flavor.