Kale

Baby Kale

Curly Kale

<p><strong>Distinct Traits:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Deeply curled, sturdy leaves</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Thick central rib</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Holds structure when cooked</li></ol><p><strong>Best Uses:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Longer cooking methods, i.e. Braising &amp; Soups</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Sautéing</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Massaged salads <em>(requires more work than other kales)</em></li></ol><p><strong>Less Ideal For:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Quick raw salads</li></ol>

Dino Kale

<p><strong>Distinct Traits:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Flat, narrow leaves with a pebbled surface</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Thinner ribs than curly kale</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Softens quickly with heat</li></ol><p><strong>Best Used For:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Sautéing and blanching</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Thin-sliced raw salads <em>(with light massage)</em></li></ol><p><strong>Not Ideal For:</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Long cooking where structure is needed</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Raw salads without treatment</li></ol>

Red Russian Kale