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Braised kale with bacon and cider

Recipe Information

Description:
Braised kale with bacon and cider is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Kale; Apples; Bacon
Category Vegetables; Fruit; Meat
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Subtype Salad
Cuisine American
Cook Method Braising
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 bacon slices

  • 1 1/4 cups thinly sliced onions

  • 1 (1-pound) bag chopped kale

  • 1/3 cup apple cider

  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

  • 1 1/2 cups diced Granny Smith apple (about 10 ounces)

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  • Place the bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook until the bacon is crisp (about 5 minutes), then remove the bacon from pan. Save 1 teaspoon of bacon drippings in the pan.

  • Add the onion to the Dutch oven and increase heat to medium-high. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the onions are tender. Add the kale and, stirring constantly, cook 5 minutes more until the kale is wilted.

  • Add the vinegar and cider to the mix, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.

  • Add the apple, salt, and pepper, re-cover, and cook for 5 more minutes. Continue to stir occasionally.

  • Crumble the cooked bacon over the mixture before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 75 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 228mg

  • Carbohydrate: 15g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 3g