Garlicky Braised Kale with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Braising softens kale, which will be a little tough and leathery if undercooked. Unfortunately, kale also loses its bright green color when properly cooked. As a variation, try using the pretty new variety of kale called cavolo nero, or Tuscan kale, in this recipe. Or use young turnip greens. You can also vary this recipe by sauteing onions or bacon with the garlic, or by adding red pepper flakes.


Garlicky Braised Kale with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons
    extra-virgin olive oil
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  • 5 cloves
    garlic, cut in half, smashed, and peeled
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  • 2 tablespoons
    finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, well drained
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  • 7 ounces
    stemmed kale leaves (from about 1/2 large bunch kale), washed and cut into 1-inch ribbons
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    salt
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    Freshly ground black pepper
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  • 1/2 cup
    low-salt chicken stock (canned is fine, but don't use low-fat)
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    balsamic vinegar
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  • 1/2 ounce
    crumbled goat cheese (optional)
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Directions
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Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or a 3- to 4-quart soup pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute, stirring, until starting to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and stir to combine. Add the kale, tossing to coat it well with the oil. Season with the salt and a few grinds of pepper, and continue stirring until all the kale is wilted. Add the stock, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until the kale has softened, about 8 minutes. Uncover, turn the heat to high, and boil away the remaining liquid, stirring frequently, until the pan is almost dry. Take the pan off the heat. Season with the vinegar and stir to combine. Transfer to a small serving dish or plates. Top with the crumbled goat cheese, if you like.

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