Kale

This is a mini-standing ovation to kale (can you hear the cat calls, and applause?).

Kale rocks. It’s a superfood. That’s all you really need to know.

It’s a mid-winter life changer. It will revitalize the life blood in ‘ya.

Promise.

A star in green smoothies, sauteed, steamed and in soups, Kale also can be eaten raw.

Yes, it’s true, with a little love, tough Kale loosens right up. And becomes delectable. Try it and see.

Try this easy recipe:

Take a great big bunch of Kale. It doesn’t matter which kind. Get what ever looks freshest, or try a combo of purple and green kale.

Take the Kale off the stems. I leave the smaller ends of the leaves with the stem. Chop it all up, rip it to shreds. Kids love this part.

Pour some olive oil over it, enough to coat, squeeze in some lemon, and sprinkle with salt.

Now show it some love. Massage it. Get right in there with your hands. Make sure each and every piece feels the love.

Add in any other greens, or veggies and maybe even some nuts. I like thinly sliced red cabbage, chopped bok choy or argula and walnuts. Add an herb or spice of your choice. Mix it all together. Add a bit more lemon or oil and some pepper.

 Eat. Enjoy. Glow.

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