Heat the first tablespoon of oil in a soup pot. Over medium flame, sauté the onions until translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook a few more minutes. Add the water, tomatoes, potatoes, and kale. Cover and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes. Alternatively, sauté the onions and garlic in the pressure cooker. Add the water, tomatoes, potatoes, and kale, lock the lid in place and cook on high pressure 5 minutes. Quick release the pressure.

Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a wide (preferably non-sticskillet. Using a wooden spoon to smash the pieces, cook the veggie sausage with smoked paprika until nicely browned.

When the potatoes are done, add the beans, faux sausage, vinegar and salt. Generously grind in black pepper, like 30 grinds. Taste, and add more salt, if needed. Cook a few more minutes, until the beans are heated through.