The virtues of kale have been extolled for so long that we almost feel guilty for not eating it. And it is one of the longest lasting vegetables in the garden.

 

Eating Kale

There are those who say they don’t like kale. How is that possible, others are compelled to ask? The taste is mild with just a touch of bitter. It is earthy, heartier than lettuce, more flavorful than spinach. Different varieties appeal to different tastes. Some prefer the very dark, lance-like leaves of lacinato kale, while others choose the huge, blue-green of the Russian and Siberian kales. Scotch curled kale is tougher, but full of flavor.