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Kale Dressing

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Introduction

Discover the vibrant world of kale through our innovative Kale Dressing recipe. This dressing combines a medley of fresh ingredients to create a versatile and flavorful addition to your meals, perfect for salads or as a dip.

Tips for this Recipe

For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Toasting fennel seeds enhances their flavor, and blending at variable speeds ensures the perfect texture. Letting your kale dressing sit allows all flavors to meld together.

Why you will love this recipe

This Kale Dressing stands out with its unique blend of fresh ingredients that elevate simple salads. Its rich, creamy texture and the subtle heat from chili de árbol make it an exciting twist on traditional dressings.

Ingredients

  • Country-style white bread (torn into 1″ pieces)
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, divided (3/4 cup total)
  • Fennel seeds (2 tablespoons)
  • Unsalted butter (1/4 cup)
  • Rosemary sprigs (2)
  • Dried chile de árbol, broken in half (3 pieces)
  • Minced fennel (1 1/2 cups)
  • Minced onions (1 1/2 cups)
  • Fresh thyme leaves (2 tablespoons)
  • Garlic, thinly sliced (3 cloves)
  • Slow-Cooked Tuscan Kale
  • Dry white wine (1/2 cup)
  • Low-sodium chicken or turkey broth (3 1/2 cups)
  • Eggs, beaten (2 large)

Adviced Equipment

  1. Kitchen Blender: High-speed blending is key for a smooth texture.
  2. Mason Jar Set with Lids: Ideal for storing large batches of dressing.
  3. Measuring Cups (Set): Ensures accurate ingredient proportions.
  4. Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set: Non-reactive surface for mixing components.
  5. Glass Bottles (Bulk): Environmentally friendly storage option.
  6. Microplane Grater & Lemon Squeezer: For zesting and extracting citrus flavors.
  7. Silicone Baking Mat: Useful for various recipe-related tasks.
  8. Airtight Food Storage Containers (Set): Preserves the dressing’s freshness and quality.
  9. Digital Kitchen Scale: Precision is crucial for fine-tuning flavor profiles.

History of the Recipe

Kale, a leafy green vegetable with roots tracing back thousands of years to ancient Greece and Rome, has recently surged in popularity. Our Kale Dressing pays homage to this nutrient-packed ingredient by creating a blend that’s both rustic and modern.

Fun Facts about This Recipe

Kale, once known as “poor man’s cabbage,” has become a superfood darling. Our Kale Dressing not only celebrates the plant but also incorporates elements like chile de árbol that trace back to ancient trade routes, highlighting global culinary influences.

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Kale Dressing

Kale Dressing

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Equipment

  • - Kitchen Blender (High-Speed Blender): Ideal for pureeing fruits, vegetables, and herbs into smooth dressings with multiple speeds to control texture.

  • - Mason Jar Set with Lids: Essential for storing homemade dressings in bulk; leak-proof and available in various sizes.

  • - Measuring Cups (Set): Crucial for precise ingredient measurement, ensuring the perfect balance of flavors in your kale dressing.

  • - Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set: Offers a non-reactive surface ideal for mixing dressing components without affecting taste or appearance.

  • - Glass Bottles (Bulk): Perfect for homemade dressings like kale dressing, reusable and sustainable for portioned servings.

  • - Microplane Grater (Zest & Lemon Squeezer): Useful for zesting lemons or citrus fruits to complement the kale dressing, adding a fresh flavor touch.

  • - Silicone Baking Mat: Helpful in batch-making processes that involve baked or roasted components related to recipe presentation or pairings.

  • - Airtight Food Storage Containers (Set): Essential for storing homemade kale dressing safely, maintaining quality and taste over time.

  • - Digital Kitchen Scale: Enables precise measurement of ingredients like oils or spices to enhance the flavor profile of your dressing.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds country-style white bread, crusts removed, torn into 1" pieces

  • 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 2 tablespoons fennel seeds

  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

  • 2 sprigs rosemary

  • 1 dried chile de árbol, broken in half

  • 1 1/2 cups minced fennel

  • 1 1/2 cups minced onions

  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves

  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • Slow-Cooked Tuscan Kale

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine

  • 3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth

  • 2 large eggs, beaten to blend

  • Ingredient info: Dried chiles de árbol, thin, red, very hot 3"-long chiles, are available at Latin markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Using your hands, toss bread in a large bowl while drizzling with 1/2 cup oil, squeezing bread to help it absorb oil. Spread out on 2 rimmed baking sheets, dividing equally; set aside.
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Instruction 2

Toast bread, stirring often and rotating baking sheets halfway through, until croutons are golden brown and crisp on the outside but still a little soft inside, about 20 minutes. Let cool; return to large bowl.
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Instruction 3

Meanwhile, toast fennel seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, shaking pan often, until seeds are fragrant and light gold, 2-3 minutes. Let cool. Using a spice mill or a mortar and pestle, coarsely grind fennel seeds; set aside. Alternatively, crush seeds in a resealable freezer bag with bottom of a heavy skillet.
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Instruction 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add remaining 1/4 cup oil and butter. When butter is melted, add rosemary sprigs and chile; let sizzle in pan for 1 minute, then add crushed fennel seeds, fennel, onions, thyme, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and sauté until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized, 6-8 minutes. Discard rosemary sprigs and chile. Add vegetable mixture and Slow-Cooked Tuscan Kale to croutons.
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Instruction 5

Boil wine in same skillet over mediumhigh heat until reduced by 3/4, 1-2 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil. Add to crouton mixture; toss well. Season with salt and pepper. Add eggs; stir to distribute. Transfer to a 13x9x2" baking dish. Cover with foil.
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Instruction 6

Bake dressing until heated through, about 30 minutes (a knife inserted into the center should be hot to the touch). Remove foil and bake until bread is golden and crisped on top, 25-30 minutes longer.
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