Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish. (If you prefer to cook the dish entirely on the stovetop, you can skip preheating- just follow the alternative instructions in step 5 below.)

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add the ground pork and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks.

Stir in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.

Add the hash browns, kale, just half of the cheese, and another pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the hash browns are heated through and everything is evenly combined.

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the mixture is heated through and the cheese is melted. (Alternative method: If you prefer not to bake it, you can finish the dish on the stovetop. Simply cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted.)

Serve and enjoy.