Smothered Greens

Smothered Greens

These healthy greens get their rich flavor from smoked turkey, instead of fatback.

CAL/SERV :

80

PREP TIME :

10 MINS

YIELDS :

5 SERVINGS

COOK TIME:

35 MINS

INGREDIENTS
  • 3 C water
  • ¼ lb smoked turkey breast, skinless
  • 1 Tbsp fresh hot pepper, chopped
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 scallion, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ C chopped onion
  • 2 lb greens (mustard, turnip, collard, kale, or mixture)

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Place all ingredients except greens into a large saucepan, and bring to boil.
  2. Prepare greens by washing thoroughly and removing stems. Tear or slice leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Add greens to turkey stock. Cook for 20 to 30 minutes until tender.

Nutrition (per serving):

Calories 80, Total fat 2 g, Saturated fat 0 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 378 mg, Total fiber 4 g, Protein 9 g, Carbohydrates 9 g, Potassium 472 mg

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

 Courtesy of National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute