Kale is the perfect delicious and nutritious green to add to your meal.

Learn how to cook this versatile ingredient three different ways.

And for great reasons.

Kale Variety

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Kale is a member of the cabbage family and has a cabbage-like flavor.

Similar to using spinach, kale is great forsalads,soups,grain bowls, and more.

They even make a crispy snack for an alternative to potato chips.

Garlic-Lime Pork with Farro and Kale

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Here you’ll learn how to cook kale three different ways for entrees or sides.

Add 12 ounces torn kale.

Reduce the heat and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until tender.

Slow Simmered Ham with Kale

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How to Saute Kale

In a large skillet heat 4 tsp.

Add 12 ounces lacinto or curly kale.

Cook, covered, for 1 minute.

Uncover and cook and stir for 1 minute more or just until wilted.

If desired, season the sauteed kale with salt and pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice.

For more flavor, try sauteing kale with sausage in thisstuffed delicata squash recipe.

How to Make Kale Chips

It’s easy to make kale chips for a healthy snack.

Place 2 cups torn kale leaves on a baking sheet lined withparchment paper.

Brush with 1 Tbsp.

olive oil and sprinkle with 14 tsp.

Bake in 300 F oven 20 to 25 minutes or until crisp.

it’s possible for you to also season with your favorite spice mixes.

Cooking kale completely unleashes its possibilities (and releases most of its bitterness).

for a healthy green boost.