Lacinato kale (often sold as "dinosaur kale" or "Tuscan kale") is a little crisper when roasted than ordinary kale, and its shape looks prettier on the plate. Flavor-wise, though, regular kale would be just fine to use. Serve the kale on its own as a snack, or as part of a composed plate with Calvados Pan-Fried Pork Chops and Spicy Roasted Pears.
Very, very easy. Tastes good but had to be eaten by hand as the leaves become very brittle.
Great as a snack, I wouldn't serve as part of a dinner. My husband and 16 year old son don't care for it at all. I drizzle the olive oil over the kale rather than toss. It's very important that the kale is dry before roasting (use a salad spinner) or it will be soggy.
The flavor was great. However, it turned out really crispy & extremely rough. Kale may just need to be left to stews in my opinion...
