Kale Chips With Bacon

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Remove and discard woody stems from kale leaves. Cut leaves in half lengthwise. (Make sure to dry leaves before proceeding.).
2. 2
   Rub both sides of leaves with extra virgin olive oil. Spread leaves evenly on a metal baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Bake for 10 minutes.
3. 3
   While kale is baking, heat a small skillet over medium heat. When the skillet is hot, add the minced bacon and cook, stirring frequently for 3 to 5 minutes, or until light golden brown. Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Remove kale from the oven. Carefully pour bacon and residual bacon fat evenly over kale chips.
5. 5
   Return the baking sheet to the oven and finish cooking for 3 to 5 minutes, or until edges of kale are browned and crisp. Serve straight from the oven or allow to cool to room temperature.