Fried Kale with Mushrooms and Bacon

By Kim Biegacki
@pistachyoo

After making fresh creamed spinach, I wanted to try some kale. I love how it has a more delicate flavor than spinach. I thought since I love mushrooms that I would put them in with the kale. Of course, onions & garlic are a must and I had some bacon still in the refrig and I couldn't resist. Love the turmeric with this dish, as I had read that it is very good for you and so I thought I would try it with the kale too. My Dad loved this Kale and looks forward to having it again.

Rating:

★★★★★ 11 votes

Comments:

84 Comments

Serves:

4 people

Prep:

10 Min

Cook:

25 Min

Method:

Stove Top

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Notes from the Test Kitchen:
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Such a wonderfully savory side dish! This recipe reminded me a bit of the spinach salad with hot bacon dressing that my grandma used to make... only modernized to the max! Enjoy.

Ingredients

1 bunch: fresh kale, chopped
1 c: white mushrooms, sliced
4 slice: bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 medium: yellow onion, diced
1 Tbsp: minced garlic
2 tsp: turmeric, ground
2 Tbsp: red wine vinegar
2 tsp: salt
1 tsp: pepper
2 Tbsp: olive oil, extra virgin
1 Tbsp: butter
1-2 tsp: lemon juice, fresh squeezed

How to Make Fried Kale with Mushrooms and Bacon

Step-by-Step

1Fry up the bacon and then set aside. Sauté the onions in oil and butter for a few minutes and then add your mushrooms. Let them cook down for 5 minutes and then add your chopped up kale, garlic, vinegar and turmeric. Cover with a lid for about 30 minutes on a medium heat; stirring occasionally.
2Give it a stir 2 or 3 times while waiting for kale to cook down. I added a 1/4 cup of water because it seemed too dry in the pan. Crumble your bacon and add to your pan. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
310-27-13--Made this tonight with my recipe for Arizona Dreaming Pork Chops and sauce which I will post here. It pairs well together. ---Arizona Dreaming Pork Chops w/Sauce
4Christmas Day -- 12/25/14 --- Made this to go with our Honey Baked Ham, Upside Down Mac & Cheese, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Fresh Shrimp w/Cocktail sauce, Cranberry sauce and 7-up Biscuits.