Macho Minestrone

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Ingredients

• ⅓ cup olive oil, divided
• 1 pound bulk mild Italian sausage
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 quart chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 zucchinis, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
• 1 bunch kale, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup ditalini pasta
• ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese