STUFFED COLLARD GREENS

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For quicker assembly, cook the tomato sauce and spelt up to two days ahead. Let cool, then store them separately in covered containers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes with their juices
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup spelt
1 pound collard greens
1 1/2 cups cooked white beans, or 1 can (15 ounces) low-sodium white beans, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves

Steps:

  • Pulse tomatoes with juices in a food processor until chopped. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and pepper flakes; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, about 6 minutes. Add tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with 3/4 teaspoon salt. Let cool.
  • Pulse tomatoes with juices in a food processor until chopped. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and pepper flakes; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, about 6 minutes. Add tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with 3/4 teaspoon salt. Let cool.
  • Stir spelt into a saucepan of salted boiling water. Reduce to a steady simmer; cook, uncovered, until tender, about 40 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • Stir spelt into a saucepan of salted boiling water. Reduce to a steady simmer; cook, uncovered, until tender, about 40 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, add collard greens in batches to a pot of salted boiling water and cook until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Remove with tongs and let cool. Trim off stems and thick ribs. Reserve 12 large leaves; chop any remaining leaves.
  • Meanwhile, add collard greens in batches to a pot of salted boiling water and cook until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Remove with tongs and let cool. Trim off stems and thick ribs. Reserve 12 large leaves; chop any remaining leaves.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Coarsely mash beans in a bowl. Add cooked spelt, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, cheese, sage, and any chopped collards. Stir to combine. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Coarsely mash beans in a bowl. Add cooked spelt, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, cheese, sage, and any chopped collards. Stir to combine. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
  • Working with one collard leaf at a time, arrange 1/4 cup filling in center. Fold stem end over filling. Fold in sides. Roll collard over to form a bundle, overlapping ends to seal. Transfer, seam-side down, to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Working with one collard leaf at a time, arrange 1/4 cup filling in center. Fold stem end over filling. Fold in sides. Roll collard over to form a bundle, overlapping ends to seal. Transfer, seam-side down, to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread sauce evenly over stuffed collards. Cover with parchment, then foil; bake until sauce is bubbling and collards are tender, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Spread sauce evenly over stuffed collards. Cover with parchment, then foil; bake until sauce is bubbling and collards are tender, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 g, Cholesterol 3 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 635 g

ZaBi MaLik
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These stuffed collard greens were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.


abuyazid tijjani
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I'm not a huge fan of collard greens, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The filling was so flavorful and the collard greens were cooked perfectly.


Si Sofiqul
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These stuffed collard greens were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Akm Killer (Saqi)
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of meat and vegetables, and it always turns out great.


Saqib Amanat
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I've been making stuffed collard greens for years, and this recipe is by far the best I've ever tried. The collard greens were tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfect.


Ayoade Oluwaremilekun
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These were amazing! I made them for my family and they raved about them.


Kian Sangeelee
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my collard greens didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected. Maybe I'll try adding more spices next time.


Falmata Musaa
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The collard greens were a bit tough, but the filling was flavorful.


Selemani Mohamedi
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I've never made stuffed collard greens before, but this recipe made it easy. They turned out so delicious and everyone loved them!


Gul Seher
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These stuffed collard greens were a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were incredible and the presentation was beautiful.