Mixed Greens
Ingredients1 pound mustard greens
1 pound turnip greens
= (or any combination of greens/ such as
kale or dandelion)
2 slices bacon diced
1 small hot red pepper seeded, minced
= (or 1/4 tspn crushed red pepper flakes)
1 teaspoon salt
MethodWash the greens well. Cut off and discard the tough stems; slice or coarsely chop the greens.
Cook the bacon in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until crisp. Add the greens to the drippings and bacon bits; toss to mix.
Add 2 cups water, the hot pepper, and salt; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until the greens are wilted and tender, about 30 to 40 minutes. Uncover and cook 5 minutes more.
This recipe yields 6 servings. Serving size: 1/2 cup.
Exchanges Per Serving: 2 Vegetable, 1 Fat.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 62; Calories from Fat 42; Fat 5g; Saturated Fat 2g; Cholesterol 5mg; Sodium 465mg; Carbohydrates 4g; Dietary Fiber 2g; Sugars 0g; Protein 3g.
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