The Kale Experiment
Oct 7th, 2010
The introduction of kale was my latest attempt at finding healthy foods for my kiddos to munch. These greens are gaining attention due to the cancer-fighting potential of their sulfur-containing phytonutrients. When cruciferous vegetables are chopped or chewed, they release compounds that researchers believe activate detoxifying enzymes in the liver. In turn, these enzymes may neutralize free radicals thereby reducing the risk of breast, ovarian, colon and other cancer. Not too shabby for a former plate decoration. I had to find a way to make my little ones at least try this super-green. After googling kale recipes I decided on kale chips. Hey, they like potato chips so I was sure they would love these too…
To boost enthusiasm, I had the kids help.
Here’s little guy greasing the pan…the table…the chair…and eventually….the wall.
“I got this one, mom”
Tennison is no amateur in the kitchen.
Kale prep.
Warning: Be prepared for your kitchen to smell like the entire state of Alabama – kale is from collard green family.
Juice break.
Gray going in after 15 minutes of roasting. I don’t think he cared for the smell much either.
Nor the taste.
TT pensively nibbling…
and her review.
Well, you can’t say I didn’t try.
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