Best Sauteed Italian Greens Recipes

Italian Greens with Sauteed Onions and Garlic image

Provided by Megan Todd

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bunch fresh collard greens, washed, stems removed, and chopped
1 bunch fresh spinach, washed, stems removed, & chopped
2 lb escarole, fresh washed, cored, and chopped
1/4 c extra virgin olive oil
2 medium white onions, julianned
6-8 clove garlic, peeled & sliced
1-2 tsp hot red pepper flakes
1 tsp coarse sea salt
parmesan cheese, for topping

Steps:

1. In a large pot, fill with water. Bring to a boil. Add chopped collard greens, spinach, and escarole. Bring to a boil and cook until greens are tender. About 8-10 minutes. Greens will be soft, but not mushy. Remove greens and set aside in a strainer to drain excess water. Can squeeze greens to remove water as well.
2. In a large skillet, heat EVOO over medium-high heat. Add julianned onions and saute 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and hot pepper flakes and saute 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn garlic.
3. Add greens and toss with tongs in oil. Sear greens about 3-5 minutes.
4. Remove pan from heat, add salt and parmesan cheese, toss to mix. Serve with fresh Italian bread... as an appetizer, or a side dish.

Sauteed Italian Greens image

Provided by Debbie Sue

Categories Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Steps:

1. Remove the stem of the escarole, by cutting a 1/2 inch off the bottom. Now the leaves are loose.
2. Wash the leaves very well to remove all the dirt and grit. Place the greens in a large sauté pan, with 1/4 inch of water. Cover pan with lid, and steam the leaves for 5 to 10 minutes. (they will wilt and reduce)
3. Now that they have wilted, pour off the excess liquid. Season with salt and pepper, add the olive oil, garlic, and toss well.
4. Sauté for about 10 minutes. Can you smell the garlic? Yum yum! Enjoy!