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braised kale
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Garlic Braised Kale

5 from 1 vote
Garlic Braised Kale is a delicious way to get your greens in. The kale is lightly softened as it sautés in butter and garlic. This dish is simple yet luxurious at the same time. You will never look at kale the sesame. This is the perfect side dish. 
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 2 -4
Course: Braising
Cuisine: Braising
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 cups of kale - removed from stem
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic minced and roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoon of unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoon of water
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of pepper

Method
 

  1. Prep your kale. Remove kale from the stem. Rip the leaves into bit size pieces. 
  2. Mince or rough chop your garlic 
  3. In a skillet, medium heat, heat your butter and garlic. 
  4. Once the garlic is fragrant and a bit brown (not burnt), add your kale pieces. Saute for 1-2 minutes and add the water, salt and pepper. Cover with a lid and let it braise for 2-3 minutes. 
  5. Remove the lid and mix the kale with a pair of tongs. Adjust seasoning and taste a leaf to see if this is the consistency you like. 
  6. Serve and enjoy!

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