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Baked Greens Chips

A crispy, crunchy (and healthy) snack made out of leafy greens. It's the best of both worlds.
There are two things I know for dang sure: Americans love to snack, and Americans need to eat more vegetables. Logic therefore dictates that we can make amends simply by developing a snack made out of vegetables. Here's how I do it.
This recipe first appeared on Food Network.com.
Photo by Lynne Calamia
ACTIVE TIME: 10 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 27 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Software

  • 6 to 8 ounces hearty greens, such as kale, chard, mustard, collards, or spinach
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, not extra-virgin Use just enough to barely cover greens
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Specialized Hardware

  • A pump style spritzer for the oil, not a trigger sprayer

Procedure

  • Heat oven to 300ºF. Line 2 half sheet pans with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Wash and thoroughly dry the greens. Tear the larger leaves into 1- to 2-inch strips.
  • Lay the greens in a single layer on the half sheet pans, spritz lightly with the olive oil, and sprinkle with the salt.
  • Bake until the greens are dry and have darkened slightly, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove immediately from the pan on the parchment and transfer to a serving dish. Repeat with any remaining greens. Serve immediately, or store in a brown paper bag for up to 3 days.