Turkey, Kale and Brown Rice Soup

INGREDIENTS

• 5 to 6 large shallots, chopped
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 8 ounces ground white turkey meat, broken into small chunks
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, optional
• 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/3 cups)
• One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice, drained
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more as needed
• 1 tablespoon herbes de Provence
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 1 small bunch kale, coarsely chopped (about 4 packed cups)