: Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
: Soak the leaves in a bowl of cold water, swishing them to let dirt sink to the bottom. Use a Salad Spinner or pat them dry with towels.
: Kale has a fibrous, woody center rib that does not soften well with quick cooking. You can strip the leaves by hand or use a knife to slice along the stem.