Flavorful Kale with Bacon and Garlic

Do you know what’s better than bacon? Bacon AND garlic AND kale (can I get a kale yeah!?). This bacon kale recipe is one of the best ways to eat kale. And with all of the added benefits of kale (plus kale nutrients), you don’t have to feel bad about eating this delicious recipe.

How to make Garlic and Bacon Kale

A lot of people have a love/hate relationship with kale, although it’s mostly hate if we’re being honest. Part of the reason is that kale is difficult to use. People have tried putting it in smoothies or using it as a garnish, and that helps a lot, but what about the times you want more than just one stalk of kale.

Fortunately, this garlic and bacon kale recipe will be another kale-based meal to put in your repertoire. Kale is one of the most nutritious foods you can eat and with the added garlic and bacon from this recipe, it won’t even taste like kale…so even your pickiest eaters will love it!

Are kale and spinach the same?

Kale and spinach are very similar, but they are not the same. The differences between the two are primarily between the nutrients they provide. Kale has a lot of vitamin C, while spinach contains a lot of vitamin A and K. Both spinach and kale are good for you, but for this recipe, stick to kale!

Can kale be frozen?

Kale can be frozen, but you shouldn’t keep it in your freezer for more than four to six weeks. If you buy a bag of frozen kale, it will usually last a lot longer, more in the range of eight to twelve months.

What is kale good for?

Kale is one of the best foods for providing nutrients like vitamin C and K, calcium, iron, fiber, and antioxidants. The antioxidants in kale can help your body remove toxins caused by environmental pressures and natural processes.

You should keep in mind that there are mild “side effects” of kale. Kale has large amounts of indigestible fiber, which makes it hard for your stomach to handle in large amounts. If you consume large amounts of kale everyday, you can also experience bloating, constipation, and stomach pain. The good news is that this garlic and bacon kale recipe won’t cause these side effects for you, so eat away!

Ingredients

• 6 cups kale, stems removed and coarsely chopped
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cut bacon into pieces.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until browned. Remove the bacon to paper toweling to drain.
3. Add the onion to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Place the kale and garlic in the skillet and stir into the onion. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Before serving, sprinkle with the cooked bacon.

Recipe steps

Which kale has the most nutrients?

All kinds of kale have a ton of nutrients, like calcium, potassium, copper, and magnesium, so there isn’t one that is significantly better than the others. However, the kale that has the most nutrients is curly kale. Curly kale is the kind of kale that you typically find in the grocery store in the produce section. It is high in vitamin B, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants.

Is kale a superfood?

A superfood is usually defined as a food that is rich in compounds, like antioxidants, fatty acids, or fiber, and is considered beneficial to your health. With all this in mind, kale is considered a superfood because of the fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants it provides. Talk about a food that does it all!

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• Warm Spinach Artichoke Dip

This kale recipe will undoubtedly become on of your go-to meals. With all of the benefits of kale, this meal has the best of both worlds: it not only looks and tastes good, but it’s healthy too! So next time you’re looking for some recipes with kale, put this garlic and bacon kale at the top of your list!