Organic Kale, Lacinato

Lacinato kale has a much richer flavour, and is more tender, than the most common types of kale. Also known as dinosaur kale, it gets this latter name from its wrinkly texture. Try Lacinato kale braised, or in a soup with white beans, garlic, and tomatoes.
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Storage Tip: Store kale in the coldest part of the fridge in a plastic bag. Although kale keeps well, the texture deteriorates and the flavour becomes stronger with time.

Preparation Tip: Stems are edible but best to use a knife to remove any that are thicker than a pencil as they are quite tough.

Did you know... Kale is in the cruciferous family along with cabbage and broccoli

Culinary Compatibility: Ginger, garlic, pine nuts, sesame oil, fresh herbs.

Health Information: Kale is very high in vitamins A and C and is a good source of iron, calcium magnesium, potassium, thiamin, riboflavin, folate and vitamins B6 and E.

Various Growers in California
SPUD.ca sources produce from certified organic growers whenever possible and from as close to home as possible.

The current growing season means that best of these items are grown organically in California right now. Due to weather conditions and general availability, this week's selection is coming from multiple farms within the area.