Kale with Kielbasa (Stamppot)

 

1 lb. kale 

6 large potatoes

3 T. butter

1/2 cup of milk, warmed

1 lb. smoked kielbasa

Salt

Cut kale leaves off the stems and slice the leaves into narrow strips. Peel the potatoes, quarter and place in a Dutch oven. Add water until potatoes are barely covered; top with kale and kielbasa. Cover and bring to a boil. Boil on a low flame for about20 minutes or until the potatoes are done. Remove the kielbasa, pour off any cooking liquid that remains, and mash the vegetables with a fork or a potato masher. Add the butter and the milk and stir the whole into a creamy consistency. Slice the kielbasa and place it on top of the stamppot.