Smothered Greens

These greens are delicious. They're especially wonderful in the cooler months when greens are easily found in your garden or market.

Serves 5 · Protein Foods

contains meat

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Ingredients

Units: US Metric
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/4 pound turkey breast, smoked, skinless
  • 3 teaspoons hot pepper (freshly chopped)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves (ground)
  • 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 scallion stalk (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (ground)
  • 1/4 cup onion (chopped)
  • 14 cups mustard greens, or turnip, collard, kale, or mixture (about 2 pounds)

Steps

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Prepare greens by washing thoroughly and removing stems.
  3. Tear or slice leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Place all ingredients except greens into large saucepan and bring to a boil.
  5. Add greens to turkey stock. Cook 20 to 30 minutes until tender.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories84
Protein12.0 g
Fat1.0 g
Carbs9.0 g
Fiber5.0 g
Sodium61 mg

Source

USDA MyPlate Kitchen — Public domain (U.S. government work)