Kale Chips

Kale…It's all the rage.

I had been hearing about how great kale was for you and that it made a great 'chip'… but really?  It just looked like a tough old green to me.   Turning it into a chip-like snack?  I didn't think so.

But then one day I tried it.   It actually wasn't a bad snack alternative.  Who knew.  Yeah, I know.  Lots of people knew.   I just wasn't one of them.

This makes enough to share so call a friend over and get your kale on.

Kale Chips

4 c. firm packed kale leaves

1 T. olive oil

1/8 - 1/4 t. sea salt, depending on your preference

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 

Wash and trim the kale by removing the ribs and stems.

Spread the kale on a sheet pan and drizzle it with the olive oil.

Toss with your hands or a couple of forks if you really don't like getting your hands messy.   sigh….

Bake for 5 minutes.  Turn each piece over and bake for another 5-7 minutes until it turns a bit brown, paper thin and brittle.  Don't over bake them!

Remove from the oven and sprinkle them with salt.

Eat them right away.  They are best that way!  

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Comments:

c = cup

T = tablespoon

t = teaspoon

Specific ingredients I used:

• 1 bag of Trader Joe's organic kale.  This can NOT be easier!  Open the bag, dump on the sheet pan.  It's already trimmed and ready for you!
• Trader Joe's organic extra virgin olive oil