Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup

extra virgin olive oil

medium onion, chopped

large carrot, chopped

celery, chopped (optional)

Salt

large garlic cloves, minced

chopped tomatoes, with juice

water

tomato paste

oregano

medium Yukon gold potato (about 6 ounces), diced

bouquet garni made with a bay leaf, a couple of sprigs each parsley and thyme, and a Parmesan rind (optional – but it does add flavor; use what you have for this)

kale, stemmed, washed thoroughly, and chopped or cut in slivers (4 cups chopped)

white beans, drained and rinsed

Freshly ground pepper

Grated Parmesan for serving