Slow Cook Tuscan Sausage and Bean Soup

link of turkey kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds

garlic, minced

small onion, chopped

large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped

large stalk celery, chopped

medium bunch kale, stems removed, & leaves chopped (about 4 cups)

fat-free low-sodium chicken broth

red kidney beans, rinsed & drained

great Northern beans, rinsed & drained

Italian seasoned diced tomatoes

dry red wine (or water)

dried basil

shredded Parmesan cheese, optional