~ creamed kale ~ my way
Since we love creamed spinach, I decided to try creaming kale. I was not disappointed. It turned out just as I had planned. No bitterness, just a comforting creamy, fresh flavor. If you don't normally like kale, I believe this recipe will change your mind.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Saute
yield
3-4 Doubling recipe if needed
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 pound fresh kale, cleaned and harder stems removed
- 3 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 1/8 cup fine diced red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/8 cup flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup cream
- A - couple pinches nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch - of pepper
- Pinch - red pepper flakes - optional
How To Make ~ creamed kale ~ my way
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Step 1In a Dutch oven over med heat, add oil...when warm add kale. Cook until wilting and a brilliant green, stirring occasionally. Will take just a few minutes. -
Step 2Remove from heat and place on a cutting board. Chop into smaller pieces and remove any remaining hard stems.
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Step 3In a deep skillet, melt butter. To the butter add onion and garlic. Cook just until tender. Whisk in the flour. Cook for 1 minute.
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Step 4Add the kale, toss with cream mixture, simmer a few minutes to warm through. Serve immediately.
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Step 5Whisk in milk and cream, seasonings, then bring to a boil, cook and stir until thickened. Adjust seasonings if needed.
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