May people do not like greens simply because they are unfamiliar with cooking. Pictured here are kale and collard. But good for any hearty green like Caillou, mustard greens and more.
Leafy greens are an essential part of a healthy diet. They provide many important vitamins and minerals that help support optimal health. Examples of leafy greens include spinach, kale, collard greens, romaine lettuce, arugula, Swiss chard, mustard greens and bok choy. Adding leafy greens to your diet is an easy way to get the vitamins and minerals your body needs for optimal health. Check out these health benefits of leafy greens:
Rich in vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, iron, magnesium, potassium and calcium
Support vision and skin health
Bolster immune system
Help maintain a healthy weight
High antioxidant content linked to reducing risk of cancer and heart disease
Provide essential fiber to your diet
Low calorie but still packed with nutritional value
Improve digestion
Reduce inflammation in the body
Contain chlorophyll which can help purify the blood and keep you energized!
| Prep Time | 20 minutes |
| Cook Time | 5-10 minutes |
| Servings |
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Ingredients
- 1 to 2 bunches of leafy greens Collard, kale, chard etc
- 1-2 tbsp bacon grease
- 1-2 shallots Thinly sliced
- 1 -2 tsp sweetener I use Xylitol
- 1/2 to 1 cup good chicken bone broth I make my own but Kettle and Fire is best
- 1/2 to 1 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Remove the stems and wash the leaves in a lettuce spinner.
- Once washed cut into pieces.
- In a large pot place the bacon grease, shallots and greens. Sprinkle with sweetener and salt.
- Cook on high stirring for about 3 to 5 minutes until greens are just wilted.
- Add broth and stir and cook until leaves are just starting to turn dark. Cover and turn of the nheat and allow to sit for about 4 to 5 minutes. Perfection!
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