Best 9 Curly Kale With Bacon Recipes

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Curly kale, also known as dinosaur kale or cavalo nero, is a hearty, nutritious, and visually appealing leafy green vegetable that has become increasingly popular in recent years. Its unique texture and slightly bitter flavor make it a versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. When combined with the smoky, salty richness of bacon, curly kale transforms into a culinary delight that is both satisfying and packed with flavor. This article will guide you through the process of selecting the best curly kale and bacon, as well as provide a step-by-step recipe for a delicious and healthy side dish that will elevate your next meal.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC BACON KALE RECIPE (HOW TO COOK KALE)



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This nutrient packed superfood is sure to impress! With bacon and garlic it smells just as good as it tastes!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 slices bacon (chopped)
½ cup onion (finely chopped)
1 bunch kale (washed)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp over medium heat. Remove bacon and set aside reserving drippings.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and cook onion in the drippings until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add kale and garlic stirring until cooked, about 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with bacon and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 115 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

KALE WITH BACON



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The hearty bacon flavor in this side dish makes you forget that you're eating right. Seasoned with garlic, it's a great way to enjoy vitamin-rich kale. -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches kale, trimmed and torn
8 bacon strips, diced
2 large onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add kale; cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onions and garlic until onion is tender. , Drain the kale; stir into onion mixture. Add the salt, pepper and reserved bacon; heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

CURLY KALE WITH BACON



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Healthy

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 5

200g curly kale
100g Bacon bits
2 cloves garlic
2 small onions
1 tbsp cooking oil

Steps:

  • 1. Soften onions in oil, add garlic and bacon 2. When the bacon is cooked add the kale and stir to coat in juices and to ensure the onion and bacon are evenly distributed throughout the dish 3. Cook until kale is reduced (less than 5 minutes)

QUICK KALE WITH BACON



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This is my go-to recipe for kale. I LOVE it as a side dish with pork chops and risotto. This recipe is from an issue of Bon Apetit listed on the Epicurious website.

Provided by smellslikeapickle

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces bacon, coarsely chopped
2 shallots, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 bunches kale, stems cut away, leaves torn into 1-inch pieces
2 cups low sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Sauté bacon in large pot over medium heat until crisp and brown. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels and drain. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings from pot. Add shallots and garlic to drippings. Sauté over medium-high heat until tender, about 2 minutes. Add kale and broth. Cover and cook until kale wilts and is almost tender, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Uncover and cook until kale is tender and most of broth has cooked away, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer kale to bowl. Sprinkle with bacon and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.6, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 553, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 12.6

KALE & SMOKY BACON PASTA



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Throw together bacon lardons, leafy greens and crunchy pine nuts for this easy, quick pasta recipe - use wholewheat pasta for extra fibre

Provided by Katy Greenwood

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

300g pasta (we used wholewheat fusilli)
1 tbsp olive oil
180g pack smoked bacon lardons
2 large garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
4 tbsp pine nuts
200g chopped curly kale
3 tbsp cream cheese
½ lemon , juiced

Steps:

  • Boil a large pan of water and cook the pasta following pack instructions.
  • Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat and cook the lardons for a few mins until golden and a little crisp. Stir in the garlic, red chilli and pine nuts, then cook for 1 min more until the garlic and chilli are softened and the pine nuts just toasted.
  • Turn up the heat and add the kale to the pan with a splash of water, cover and cook for 3-4 mins until wilted. Drain the cooked pasta and add to the pan with the cream cheese and lemon juice. Toss together, taste, and season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 53 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

CREAMED KALE WITH BACON



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Make and share this Creamed Kale With Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mom.2.Three

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch kale, ribs discarded, chopped
4 -6 slices bacon, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove
4 tablespoons heavy cream
3 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in frying pan with a little olive oil.
  • Add kale and garlic frying pan.
  • Stir kale every few minutes until the kale is wilted. Approx 5-10 minute.
  • Add cream.
  • Stir to warm cream and then add parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.6, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 58.6, Sodium 302.8, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 8.8

KALE WITH GARLIC AND BACON



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Categories     Garlic     Leafy Green     Pork     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Bacon     Kale     Fall     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1/2 pounds kale (about 4 bunches), tough stems and center ribs cut off and discarded
10 bacon slices (1/2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Stack a few kale leaves and roll lengthwise into a cigar shape. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide strips with a sharp knife. Repeat with remaining leaves.
  • Cook bacon in a wide 6- to 8-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, then transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Pour off and discard all but 3 tablespoons fat from pot, then cook garlic in remaining fat over moderately low heat, stirring, until pale golden, about 30 seconds. Add kale (pot will be full) and cook, turning with tongs, until wilted and bright green, about 1 minute. Add water and simmer, partially covered, until just tender, 6 to 10 minutes. Toss with bacon and salt and pepper to taste.

STIR-FRIED CURLY KALE WITH CHILLI & GARLIC



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A quick and easy way to give kale a kick - serve with steak, chicken and oriental meals

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tbsp olive oil
200g bag curly kale
2 garlic cloves , finely sliced
1 red chilli , deseeded and sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large wok, then add the kale and a couple tbsp water. Season, then stir-fry for 5-8 mins, adding the garlic and chilli for the final 2 mins. When the kale is tender and a vibrant green, remove from the heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.06 milligram of sodium

BAKED EGGS WITH KALE, BACON AND CORNBREAD CRUMBS



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This Southern riff on bacon and eggs comes together quickly and with just a few ingredients. Using a store-bought corn muffin to make the toasted cornbread crumbs is a quick shortcut that gives this dish its star power. (Try using these crumbs as croutons in a kale Caesar salad, too!) Curly kale, collard greens, Swiss chard or a combination may be used in place of the Tuscan kale. For a vegetarian-friendly version, this recipe can be made without the bacon: Just sauté the garlic, onion and greens in 3 tablespoons olive oil, and add an additional 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     brunch, dinner, lunch, weekday, casseroles, vegetables, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup large cornbread crumbs (about 4 ounces) from about 1 large corn muffin
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 pound Tuscan or lacinato kale (about 2 bunches)
6 bacon slices (about 6 ounces), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick pieces (optional)
1 medium yellow onion, cut in half through the stem and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 cup water or chicken stock
2 teaspoons white-wine or apple cider vinegar
6 large eggs

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the cornbread crumbs on a sheet pan and toss gently with the olive oil. Season lightly with salt, and bake in the prepared oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until toasted. Set aside to cool.
  • Strip the kale leaves from the stems and roughly chop the leaves, discarding the stems. Place the leaves in a colander and rinse thoroughly (no need to dry).
  • Heat a large 12-inch cast-iron or ovenproof stainless-steel skillet over medium. Add the bacon, if using, and cook, tossing occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes, until browned. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with a paper towel and set aside. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of fat from the pan, add the onions and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned and tender. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, being careful not to let the garlic scorch.
  • Add a large handful of kale to the pan, along with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. As the kale wilts, begin tossing it with tongs and adding more handfuls until all the kale is added. Add the water and vinegar, and continue to cook for 3 to 4 minutes, tossing often, until the kale is tender. Return the bacon to the pan and toss.
  • Use a spoon to create 6 small hollows in the cooked greens. Carefully crack an egg into each, sprinkle each one with salt and pepper and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the egg whites are just set. Sprinkle a handful of cornbread crumbs over the greens and eggs, and serve with additional cornbread crumbs on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender kale leaves for the best flavor and texture.
  • Wash the kale thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Remove the tough stems from the kale leaves before cooking.
  • Cook the kale over medium heat to prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Add the bacon to the kale towards the end of the cooking process to prevent it from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the kale with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve the kale immediately as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

Curly kale with bacon is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The kale is tender and slightly sweet, while the bacon adds a savory and smoky flavor. This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your family.

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