When the desire for a rustic, flavorful, and comforting dish arises, the combination of kale and bacon is the perfect answer. Kale, with its tough leaves and slightly bitter aftertaste, finds its ideal ally in the enveloping savoriness and crunchiness of bacon. With just a few ingredients, it’s done. Come and discover how to prepare this tasty recipe.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Fall, Winter
Ingredients
- 18 oz kale
- 1 clove garlic
- 3.5 oz bacon (one slice)
- to taste salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- 1 Pot
- 1 Slotted Spoon
- 1 Colander
- 1 Pan
Steps
To prepare kale and bacon in a pan, first, take care of the bacon: cut the slice into strips. Place a pan on the stove, pour a couple of tablespoons of oil, add the bacon, the garlic clove, cut in half and core removed, and sauté for 5-10 minutes.
Meanwhile, clean the kale: remove the central ribs from the leaves by gently pulling upwards, or you can cut them with the help of a knife. Wash the leaves thoroughly under running water.
Fill a pot halfway with water and put it on the stove. Once boiling, add the kale leaves, cover, and let them simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Once the kale is cooked, drain it with a slotted spoon and place it in a colander to let excess water drain. Then add the kale to the pan where you cooked the bacon and cook for a few minutes, just enough to let the kale absorb the flavors.
And your kale is ready. Enjoy your meal!
Storing Kale and Bacon
You can store the kale for a couple of days in the refrigerator, in an airtight container. Before consuming, reheat it in the pan for a few minutes.
