Are you a lover of kale?

Then you are likely to love this recipe fromJennie Perilloas much as I do.

It’s the ultimate kale lover’s comfort food.

Kale Mushroom Cheddar Bake

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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat.

Add the thinly sliced kale and cook until just wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Add the onions and mushrooms, and add salt and pepper to taste.

Kale Mushroom Cheddar Bake

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Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs.

Line the bottom of the casserole pan with one third of the thinly sliced bread.

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Spread one half of the kale mushroom onion mixture over the bread.

Sprinkle one third of the cheddar cheese over the top.

Lay down the second third of the bread slices.

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Top again with the remaining kale mixture, and then with a third of the cheese.

Lay the remaining slices of bread over the top.

Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheddar cheese.

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(At this point you might chill overnight for making ahead, or continue.)

Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving.

Recipe fromHomemade with Love: Simple Scratch Cooking from In Jennie’s Kitchen, by Jennifer Perillo.

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Republished here with the permission of the author.

pour egg mixture over bread over kale mixture

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sprinkle kale cheddar bake with cheese

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Kale Mushroom Cheddar Bake

Elise Bauer