1/2 pound mild Italian bulk sausage
Olive oil (if needed)
3 cups sliced onions
5 cloves garlic minced (about 5 teaspoons)
1 28-ounce whole peeled tomatoes, roughly chopped
6 cups sliced kale (about 2 bunches lacinato kale, stems removed, leaves sliced into 1/2-inch wide slices)
1 15-ounce can of chickpeas, drained
2 bay leaves
2 sprigs of oregano (or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano)
8 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish