Mashed Potatoes with Ham with kale

8 medium red potatoes 2 cups kale , chopped (_not_ packed too snuggly ;) 1 medium leek , thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic , minced 4 tablespoons olive oil ,[...]

1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped kale 3 lbs potatoes , peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2/3 cup all-natural chicken broth (or milk) 1/4 cup grated parmesan[...]

2 lbs russet potatoes , scrubbed and peeled salt 1 lb kale , about 1 large bunch, with the ribs removed and the leaves washed 1 1/4 cups low-fat milk 2[...]