Garlicky Kale

Basic Information
Gluten Free Garlicky Kale Serves 3
Ingredients:
large bunch of kale, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil sea salt5 cloves of garlic, crushed and chopped1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
Preparation:
To de-stem each kale leaf, grab the main stalk in one hand and strip the leaf from the stem all the way up with the other. I then tear the big leaves into bite-sized pieces, but you can use a knife for this if it is easier. Wash the greens in a big bowl of clean water to remove any dirt or grit. Drain, rinse again, and set aside. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When the pan is really hot, add a couple big pinches of salt and the greens. Stir continuously until their color gets bright green, and they just barely start to wilt- about 3 minutes. When the kale is almost finished, add the garlic just about thirty seconds before you want to remove from the heat. Sauté for a little longer (do not let the garlic turn brown) and then remove from the heat. Add the Parmesan and a big pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and stir. Taste for seasonings and serve immediately.Author: Jessica P. Cooper HHC, AADP, Health Supportive Chef and Nutrition Educator