tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post4331678148943327835..comments2024-01-01T07:01:27.625-08:00Comments on Foodtrainers: Is Kale Becoming A Kardashian?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-73071233362255973192012-03-19T06:25:43.609-07:002012-03-19T06:25:43.609-07:00I'm really late to the show here, but I've...I'm really late to the show here, but I've come along to say loved kale for years. And this isn't because I'm in the Midwest, it's because I don't pay attention...when did it become popular? I honestly didn't realize this. What I do know is that the "bunch" of kale at the store has gotten smaller and more expensive. A farmer friend up in Sioux Falls grows it and sent me some. I don't know why, but she gave me precious little. I mean, she had an entire field of it! ;)<br /><br />I recall about 4-5 years ago my store didn't always have kale. I asked the produce manager one time and he said they had some back in the butcher department - they used it as decoration. He got me some and they charged me an outrageous price for it (I think it was $8.99 a pound). I didn't ask him again! Now it is always available. Maybe that should have been my first clue to growing popularity? <br /><br />I throw it in my smoothies as well and don't care if it comes up my straw in little pieces. I love it in soup - gives it some "tooth" and I love it in a hot skillet then served beside scrambled eggs. OK, I'm not going to hijack your blog comments anymore! Just lovin' on the kale!Caronnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-61327391057789151822012-03-16T03:48:23.779-07:002012-03-16T03:48:23.779-07:00spread the love around, right Andrea. Did you thro...spread the love around, right Andrea. Did you throw in "CSA box" to make me jealous? In Kale's reality show one may reside in a CSA box and another in a supermarket soon to be sprayed with all that mist to look pretty.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-1121970301538909612012-03-15T18:34:22.561-07:002012-03-15T18:34:22.561-07:00Yes, I love kale and have for several years, ever ...Yes, I love kale and have for several years, ever since it first showed up in my CSA box... :) I think I like massaged kale and kale chips the most. <br /><br />While I love kale, I think there are lots and lots of other great greens out there. We should give them some love, too! :)Andrea@WellnessNoteshttp://www.andreaswellnessnotes.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-33453320994717928112012-03-15T04:10:14.100-07:002012-03-15T04:10:14.100-07:00omg "concert' t shirts, I rest my case. S...omg "concert' t shirts, I rest my case. Spinach is old school I think/ "vntage".Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-23152733622824137952012-03-15T03:54:01.562-07:002012-03-15T03:54:01.562-07:00Lauren, you forgot the latest Whole Foods T-shirt ...Lauren, you forgot the latest Whole Foods T-shirt that says, KALE on the front! MY friend just bought me one :) What's the deal?! Since when did kale trump spinach?? Actually, I love kale, and I love it much more than the Kardashians. I Would spend a day with kale much sooner before I'd spend even 10 minutes with a Kardashian. GO KALE! Now I must check out some of those recipes you mentioned...Gina; The Candid RDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13034788087113648183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-25461653956405559902012-03-15T02:50:29.242-07:002012-03-15T02:50:29.242-07:00you'd watch? I think we should call Food Netwo...you'd watch? I think we should call Food Network and pitch them. A day in the life for kale. Who kale hangs out with, what ingredients it likes. Ha.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-77869700048978363932012-03-15T02:49:40.849-07:002012-03-15T02:49:40.849-07:00Ooh didn't know about Chopt, kale has arrived....Ooh didn't know about Chopt, kale has arrived. Glad to have you in the kale club.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-90351326716653820782012-03-14T21:05:43.762-07:002012-03-14T21:05:43.762-07:00I hate reality shows, but LOVE kale. Chop't ju...I hate reality shows, but LOVE kale. Chop't just added Kale and now I have another reason to go spend $15 on a salad. Kale chips take a bit of experimenting but well worth it. Love them with some red pepper flakes. I joined the Kale club when you told me to....You helped me lose 30 lbs, I tend to listen to you.Melanienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-50318224158084079922012-03-14T16:42:10.639-07:002012-03-14T16:42:10.639-07:00may Kale please be the next reality star. pleasemay Kale please be the next reality star. pleaseElizabeth Jarrardhttp://www.dontwhitesugarcoatit.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-12970003934215705162012-03-14T13:26:20.476-07:002012-03-14T13:26:20.476-07:00Thanks for the water tip! Maybe I'll make one ...Thanks for the water tip! Maybe I'll make one more attempt...Jenny @ simply be mehttp://simplybeme.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-51409680384666412342012-03-14T10:16:52.468-07:002012-03-14T10:16:52.468-07:00Thank you for your comment. Kale is a leafy green ...Thank you for your comment. Kale is a leafy green vegetable. It's all over the markets in the us. Where do you reside? You can substitute spinach, chard or any other dark green in the recipes above. There are many kale varieties my favorite is Tuscan Kale aka dinosaur kale.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-49046692775531073122012-03-14T10:12:49.682-07:002012-03-14T10:12:49.682-07:00Hi lauren ,
can i ask what is the kale? is it ava...Hi lauren ,<br /><br />can i ask what is the kale? is it available? in the local stores? im not in the U.S SO I COULDN'T FIND IT :(Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-9281786993564011822012-03-14T09:31:04.058-07:002012-03-14T09:31:04.058-07:00Glad you got a chuckle out of it, the 2 K's I ...Glad you got a chuckle out of it, the 2 K's I couldn't resist. I think key to not burning kale chips (other than low oven 275) is making sure the kale leaves are dry when they go in the oven after you wash them. Oil s fine but the water leads to burning.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-21102667027800257322012-03-14T09:29:45.833-07:002012-03-14T09:29:45.833-07:00I want to see photographic evidence of "4 bun...I want to see photographic evidence of "4 bunches". Once I see, you're president of the kale club.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-44663567549603264902012-03-14T09:29:06.724-07:002012-03-14T09:29:06.724-07:00The Caesar mellows the kale and it's really go...The Caesar mellows the kale and it's really good, worth a try. I'm shocked there's been no chia/kale combos for you Lisa.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-67673253572340178952012-03-14T09:28:27.893-07:002012-03-14T09:28:27.893-07:00Ameena I think Dr Andrew Weil is behind True Food....Ameena I think Dr Andrew Weil is behind True Food. Would you believe my old email address was Truefood2 (they stole my name!). I don't think the chain has come easy but I've heard great things.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-75354085717498849062012-03-14T09:27:23.988-07:002012-03-14T09:27:23.988-07:00You know EA, I like to bring you up to speed on al...You know EA, I like to bring you up to speed on all things trivial so I thought I could connect the two of you. The potato croutons were good. I like the cinnamon in your smoothie, kale seems to take on sweet flavors easily.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-83298432005419900682012-03-14T09:26:08.096-07:002012-03-14T09:26:08.096-07:00Yes, Amy I'm so proud of you and your gumlessn...Yes, Amy I'm so proud of you and your gumlessness. Maybe it becomes a kale chip jar? Roasted chickpeas? Even nuts would be good. Let me know if you try the salad, I liked the flavors a lot.Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-5878702508898138102012-03-14T09:20:51.135-07:002012-03-14T09:20:51.135-07:00I literally laughed out loud at the title :) I rea...I literally laughed out loud at the title :) I really like Kale and can't wait to plant it in the garden again this year - I love picking a few leaves at a time. I use it in place of spinach sometimes but don't buy it too often - every attempt at making kale chips has resulted in burning them.Jenny @ simply be mehttp://simplybeme.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-68062154976999338192012-03-14T08:19:52.456-07:002012-03-14T08:19:52.456-07:00I love kale (as much as anyone should love a veget...I love kale (as much as anyone should love a vegetable). I love it in chili, soups, and stews; makes a great side dish when steamed. It's my go-to veggie b/c it's so versatile and tasty. <br /><br />I have 4 bunches in my fridge now!Pearlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-34654176230407121872012-03-14T07:31:49.140-07:002012-03-14T07:31:49.140-07:00I wouldn't be surprised to see kale in a capsu...I wouldn't be surprised to see kale in a capsule lol!!<br /><br />I like cooked kale and kale smoothies but not a big fan of it raw. Although I think I would like the kale caesar salad!Lisa ♥ Healthful Sensehttp://www.healthfulsense.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-84422836798215325622012-03-14T07:01:11.339-07:002012-03-14T07:01:11.339-07:00I'm not a huge fan of kale...I can take it or ...I'm not a huge fan of kale...I can take it or leave it. But this fairly new restaurant called True Food Kitchen (you would love it!) has an amazing kale salad covered in cheese and olive oil. Not sure how healthy it is but it's divine!Ameenahttp://fancythatfancythis.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-37622919307883817702012-03-14T07:00:16.916-07:002012-03-14T07:00:16.916-07:00I never imagined I would see my Kale Caesar linked...I never imagined I would see my Kale Caesar linked to the Kardashians-lol! Thanks so much for sharing my recipe Lauren, and so glad you liked it! I love your idea to add "potato croutons" on top too! You know I <3 kale, and loved your pineapple kale smoothie. I actually crave my kale banana smoothie, which is 1 banana, 2 cups kale, vanilla almond milk, cinnamon, and lots of ice. That coconut kale recipe sounds delicious too!EA-The Spicy RDhttp://www.eastewart.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-56356535377052410322012-03-14T06:52:29.213-07:002012-03-14T06:52:29.213-07:00Kale smoothies in our Blendtec here, or I add it t...Kale smoothies in our Blendtec here, or I add it to soups, but goodness it does seem to be ubiquitous. I haven't bought any products starring kale as an ingredient. That kale hazelnut salad sounds good to try.<br /><br />By the way, you'll be glad to know I retired the gum jar (I had it instead of a cookie jar) from the counter, thanks to you.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04886843349775095643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7739675715154690483.post-79850825101376260672012-03-14T05:20:25.788-07:002012-03-14T05:20:25.788-07:00Interesting so kaleaholism isn't gender specif...Interesting so kaleaholism isn't gender specific, good to know Metrodad. And are you insinuating this Foodtrainer doesn't go downtown? I will check out that salad and may even recreate it with chard (the methadone green).Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17713676282787688389noreply@blogger.com