Mustard Greens Recipe

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?Mustard greens are a type of leafy green vegetable that belongs to the brassica family. This family also includes vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts. Mustard greens have a slightly bitter flavor and are often used in Asian cuisine. There are many different recipes that use mustard greens, but they are often used in stir-fries or soups.

Yields1 Serving
Prep Time10 minsCook Time25 minsTotal Time35 mins
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 2 1/2 lbs mustard greens, washed and chopped into 1-in. pieces
 6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  cup chopped onions (optional)
 1 or 2 dashes cider or red wine vinegar


1

In a pot large enough to cook the greens, fry bacon. Add the greens

2

along with onions (optional) Cook, stirring with wooden spoon,

3

until greens are coated with fat. Cover the greens with water and

4

season with salt.

5

Bring to boil. Cover the pot, reduce heat, and simmer until tender.

6

Stir occasionally and add water if they threaten to scorch. When

7

done, increase heat to med-high, stir often. Boil off nearly all

8

the cooking liquid.

9

Add vinegar. Season with salt, pepper and sugar. Serve very hot.

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Ingredients

 2 1/2 lbs mustard greens, washed and chopped into 1-in. pieces
 6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  cup chopped onions (optional)
 1 or 2 dashes cider or red wine vinegar

Directions

1

In a pot large enough to cook the greens, fry bacon. Add the greens

2

along with onions (optional) Cook, stirring with wooden spoon,

3

until greens are coated with fat. Cover the greens with water and

4

season with salt.

5

Bring to boil. Cover the pot, reduce heat, and simmer until tender.

6

Stir occasionally and add water if they threaten to scorch. When

7

done, increase heat to med-high, stir often. Boil off nearly all

8

the cooking liquid.

9

Add vinegar. Season with salt, pepper and sugar. Serve very hot.

Mustard Greens Recipe

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