Greens are Great!
Widely considered to be healthy foods, collards are good sources of vitamin C, calcuim and soluble fiber and contain multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties. Roughly a quarter pound,(approx.100g) of cooked collards contains 46 calories. Part of the cruciferous family.
Ingredients
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 large onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic chopped finely
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 pound collard greens, chopped
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4-5 pieces of turkey bacon (applegate nitrate/nitrite free) (optional)
Directions
In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and butter. Saute the bacon and onions until slightly softened, about 2 minutes, then add the red pepper flakes and garlic, cook another minute. Add collard greens and cook another minute. Add the vegetable stock, cover and bring to a simmer. Cook until greens are tender, about 40 minutes. Add tomatoes and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
