Awesome in Italian dishes! I like to eat it with pasta. Here's my method:
1) When the pasta water comes to a boil, drop the kale (stems removed) into the boiling water for a couple of minutes until bright green and tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and let drain. (Bonus...some of the nutrients from your kale will be absorbed by the pasta, AND you save boiling an extra pot of water!)
2) Allow to cool slightly in a colander (same one you'll use for the pasta...no extra dishes needed! see the theme?!).
3) Slice/chop very finely, and lay on top of your pasta, before covering with your tomato sauce. Top with grated cheese and serve. Perfect for kale skeptics who don't think they like kale...they'll barely notice it, and the bright green is a beautiful accent for your red sauce.
Alternatively, you can saute sliced onions and mushrooms in olive oil and add the kale for the last couple of minutes, along with some crushed garlic. Serve over or beside your pasta, top with grated/shaved cheese, and serve! Quick and easy way to enjoy your kale!