4 celery stalks diced 2 full carrots peeled and diced 1 small yellow onions diced 1 bunch of kale cut into pieces 2 potatoes peeled and diced 4 cups vegetable broth 1tsp fennel seeds 1 pinch red pepper flakes 1 cup cooked lentils 2tsp smoked paprika 1tbsp dried sage 2tsp Italian herbs dried Parmesan cheese to top 1tbsp evoo