Hamburg Stew

This was the first meal I made in our new home, which is in the Hamburg area. Thus the name.

12 oz. jalapeno chicken sausage, halved lengthwise and sliced
6 cups fat-free chicken broth
2 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 cup whole wheat penne
6 cups coarsely chopped kale
2 (16 oz) can navy beans, rinsed and drained

Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil over high heat. Add pasta. Stir in kale and reduce heat. Simmer until kale and pasta are tender. Stir in beans and cook until heated through.