Steamed Greens with Caramelized Leeks
Make this dish at the start of the evening, and leave it in the pan to be reheated when you're ready to eat.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 large leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
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1 bunch Swiss chard, collard greens, or beet tops (12 ounces), tough veins removed, coarsely chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced (1 teaspoon)
Directions
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Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks, and saute 5 minutes, or until soft. Reduce heat to low; add Swiss chard and garlic. Cover pan, and steam greens 7 to 9 minutes, or until wilted and tender.
Nutrition information
Calories 132, Total Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 638 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, Sugars 4 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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