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Lemon-Basil Kale




Source of Recipe


Source: Greens Glorious Greens






List of Ingredients



• 3/4 pound Kale (about 6 cups chopped)
  
• 2 cups water
  
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  
• 15 fresh basil leaves, wahed and cut into fine ribbons
  
• salt to taste
  
• 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  






Instructions



1. Wash kale and strip the leaves off the stalks. Discard the stalks. Chop the kale into bite-sized pieces. Bring the water to a boil in a 10- to 12-inch skillet that has a tight-fitting lid. Add kale, cover, and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until tender, approximately 5 minutes. Remove and drain, saving the cooking liquid to drink.
   
2. Rinse out and dry the skillet, then use it to heat the olive oil over medium heat, lifting and tilting the pan to coat. Add garlic and sizzle 15 to 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent browning or burning.
   
3. Add basil and saute for 15 seconds more. Add kale and stir until heated through. Season to taste with the salt. Stir in lemon juice and serve immediately.
   
   
4. Servings: 2
   






Final Comments


Serving Ideas: Add 1 cup fresh corn kernels with the kale in step 1. Cook along with kale for 4 to 5 minutes. Continue with recipe.