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fried kale with mushrooms and bacon

(12 ratings)
Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Kim Biegacki
Youngstown, OH

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.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Voted Members' Choice! 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.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(12 ratings)
yield 4 people
prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For fried kale with mushrooms and bacon

  • 1 bunch
    fresh kale, chopped
  • 1 c
    white mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 slice
    bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 md
    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

  • 1
    Fry 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.
  • Kale, mushrooms and bacon
    2
    Give 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.
  • 3
    10-27-13--Made this tonight with my recipe for Arizona Dreaming Pork Chops and sauce which I will post here. It pairs well together. ---https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/main-course/pork/arizona-pork-tenderloin-rice.html?p=1
  • 4
    Christmas 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.
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