BROWN-BUTTER CREAMED WINTER GREENS

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Provided by John T. Edge

Categories     Milk/Cream     Leafy Green     Vegetable     Side     Kwanzaa     Bacon     Winter     Collard Greens     Mustard Greens     Simmer     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 stick unsalted butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
6 black peppercorns
3 1/2 pounds mixed winter greens such as collards, mustard greens, and kale
6 ounces slab bacon, any rind discarded and bacon cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch sticks (lardons)
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes
1 tablespoon cider vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, then add flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Add milk in a stream, whisking, then add shallot, bay leaf, and peppercorns and bring to a boil, whisking. Simmer, whisking occasionally, 5 minutes. Strain béchamel sauce through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding solids, and cover surface with parchment paper.
  • Discard stems and center ribs from greens, then coarsely chop leaves.
  • Cook lardons in a wide 6- to 8-quart heavy pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden-brown but not crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then pour off fat from pot and wipe clean.
  • Heat remaining 1/2 stick butter in pot over medium-low heat until browned and fragrant, about 2 minutes, then cook onion, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium-high, then stir in greens, 1 handful at a time, letting each handful wilt before adding next. Add béchamel, cream, garlic, red-pepper flakes, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and boil, uncovered, stirring, until sauce coats greens and greens are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in lardons, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste.

Sofia Gallardo
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks absolutely delicious!


Nura Mbs
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This dish is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special.


Masoom Khan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Asad Mobile
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy sauce and the sweet flavor of the greens.


Lizy Lebone
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The brown butter, lemon zest, and garlic really complement each other.


YOUR LIKE ME
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Adewale John Amao (DIMEJIPAUL4CHRIST)
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook winter greens, and this recipe is definitely a winner.


Jackson wataka
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This dish is so easy to make, yet it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Ibtisam Ahmed
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I'm not a big fan of creamed dishes, but this one is an exception. The brown butter and lemon zest really make it.


GIDEON KERICH
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover winter greens. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Allison Crane
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I added a bit of garlic to the dish and it was even better. Definitely recommend!


Kgadi Sharlotte
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this dish.


Jeffery Stephens
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I can't wait to make it again!


Judith Nyakakye
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook winter greens, and this recipe is definitely a keeper.


Bhatti Azeem
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a truly special dish.


orikiriza mathias
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This is my new go-to recipe for winter greens. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Josseline Gonzalez
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I'm not usually a fan of winter greens, but this recipe changed my mind! The brown butter and lemon zest really make a difference.


sanan Shah
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and how well the ingredients complemented each other.


Zk Bhatti
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This recipe is a must-try for winter greens lovers! The brown butter adds a nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the greens. I also love the addition of lemon zest, which brightens up the dish.