INGREDIENTS
2
large links Sweet italian sausage [see note
2
Bay leaves
1 cup
Brown lentils
2
Carrots, medium
2
Celery stalks
4 cloves
Garlic
1
Onion, medium
3 cups
Shredded or thinly ribboned swiss chard leaves or kale
1 28 ounce can
Tomatoes
1
Black pepper, Freshly ground
1
Kosher salt
1 pinch
Red pepper flakes
1/2 cup
Olive oil
1
Pecorino romano cheese to finish
6 cups
Water