How To Massage Kale

Learn why and how to massage kale using my foolproof technique and make kale taste better. Learn why and how to massage kale using my foolproof technique and make kale taste better.

Why Do You Even Massage Kale?

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Ingredients You'll Need To Massage Kale

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Prep Kale

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Massage

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Make This Now!

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