Kale with Bacon and Mushrooms
A modern classic! This recipe perfectly balances the pronounced flavor of kale with bacon, mushrooms and spices.
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch kale
- 2 tsp Cajun Spice
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 bunch scallions, sliced
- 4 Tbsp tomato paste
- 3 cups mushrooms
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ½ cup white wine
Method
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1
Wash chard and separate leaves from stems. Chop leaves roughly and cut stems into ¾-inch pieces. Grind Cajun Spices and pepper.
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2
Chop bacon into 1-inch cubes. Place oil in a pot on medium heat and sauté bacon until golden, around 5 minutes. Add ground spices, garlic and scallions, then tomato paste and continue cooking 2-3 minutes more.
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3
Chop or slice mushrooms. Add to the pot with tomatoes, stir and sauté for 3 minutes.
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4
Add chicken stock and wine and bring to a boil. Simmer until mushrooms are cooked. Incorporate chopped kale and let simmer gently a few more minutes. Add salt, if needed.
A variation of the Thanksgiving Swiss chard from The Spice Trekkers Cook at Home
