The perfect go-to recipe: a one-dish meal made with convenient ingredients so it’s both flavorful and fast. Perfect for busy and hectic nights, including post-vacation meal crises. Step 1: Simmer Tempeh and Kale 1 cup water 1 Tbsp. soy sauce 8 oz. pkg. unflavored tempeh, cut horizontally into 1/4” strips and then vertically into … Read more
Late autumn is the time for kale. It’s a “cool weather crop,” which means that it tastes best when grown and harvested in cooler temps. However, even then it will still have a little of kale’s characteristically strong flavor. That’s why, no matter the season, I like to pair kale with the mild creaminess of … Read more
June can be frustrating for seasonal eaters in Colorado. We’re ready for the riotous color of tomatoes, peppers and eggplant but our gardens and markets are filled with greens that can withstand our unpredictable, often brutal springs. So in the vein of making lemonade with life’s lemons, here’s a quick idea to make flavorful use of kale–or chard or spinach.
What’s the best way to cook kale? Saute? Blanch? And how can you use it once it’s cooked?