Kale and hearty

Dark green leaves are packed full of vitamins and antioxidants so Cavolo Nero must be brimming over with them. It's such a good vegetable to grow over the winter too. Mine gets swamped by whitefly in the summer (protect with gauzy netting), but in the winter nothing touches it - not even the frost; in fact cold weather seems to make it taste better. 

At this time of the year you can use it shredded and steamed with leftover Stilton, walnuts, cream and a bit of lemon for a simple pasta sauce. When using as a side dish, steam then sauce gently with butter and orange zest.  I often add it to soups - any old soup, but for a sensible recipe, see below or visit http://wealdentimes.co.uk/recipes/wt179/healthy-courses-for-a-guilt-free-feast/kale-and-hearty-detox-soup.php). 

 

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