Kale

ingredients

Units: US

• 1 1⁄2lbs kale, stems and leaves coarsely chopped

• 2tablespoons olive oil

• crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

• 2garlic cloves, finely sliced

• 1⁄2cup vegetable stock or 1/2 cup water

• salt and pepper

• 2tablespoons balsamic vinegar

directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. Add crushed red pepper flakes, if using, and let them sizzle a bit in the oil.

3. Add the garlic and cook until soft, but not colored.

4. Raise heat to high, add the stock and kale and toss to combine.

5. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.

6. Remove cover and continue to cook, stirring until all (most) the liquid has evaporated. I like the kale to still remain bright-ish green.

7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and add vinegar.