Cook the Book: Polenta Smothered with Braised Greens

Name: Cook the Book: Polenta Smothered with Braised Greens
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 4 servings Butter or grated cheese; 79 milliliters water or chicken broth; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped or pressed; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, thinly sliced; 4 servings Asiago or Parmesan cheese for grating; 4 servings Polenta; 3 slices prosciutto, cut into strips (optional); 4 servings Salt; 4 servings Salt and pepper; 3 drops A few red wine vinegar

Cook the Book: Polenta Smothered with Braised Greens might be just the side dish you are searching for. One serving contains 261 calories, 13g of protein, and 18g of fat. This gluten free recipe serves 4. A mixture of polenta, a few drops wine vinegar, prosciutto, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so scrumptious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

Braised Greens

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Greens

Make Polenta and pour it into a lightly oiled bowl to set.

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Polenta

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Bowl

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the onion. Give a stir and cook until the onion is wilted, about 8 minutes, adding the garlic halfway through.

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Olive Oil

Garlic

Onion

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Frying Pan

Add the greens, sprinkle them with 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pour in the water or chicken stock. Cover and cook until the greens are wilted and tender, from 8 to 15 minutes, depending on the types of greens used.

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Chicken Stock