Beet Greens, Green Garlic and Barley Gratin Recipe

Name: Beet Greens, Green Garlic and Barley Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 generous bunch beet greens, stemmed and washed; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 large cloves green garlic, peeled and sliced, or one small head that has not separated into cloves, chopped; Salt to taste; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 3 eggs; 1/2 cup 2 percent milk; Freshly ground pepper; 1 cup cooked barley (regular pearled or purple), brown rice or arborio rice; 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese (2 ounces); 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Servings: persons

1 generous bunch beet greens, stemmed and washed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 large cloves green garlic, peeled and sliced, or one small head that has not separated into cloves, chopped
Salt to taste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3 eggs
1/2 cup 2 percent milk
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup cooked barley (regular pearled or purple), brown rice or arborio rice
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese (2 ounces)
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2
Oil a 2-quart gratin dish with olive oil.
3
Blanch the beet greens for one minute in a large pot of generously salted boiling water, or steam over 1 inch of boiling water for two to five minutes until wilted and tender.
4
Rinse with cold water, squeeze out water and chop medium-fine.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet.
7
Add the onion, and cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes.
8
Add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt.
9
Continue to cook for another minute or two until the garlic is fragrant.
10
Stir in the cooked greens and the thyme, and toss together.
11
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
12
Remove from the heat.
13
In a large bowl, beat together the eggs and milk.
14
Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
15
Stir in the greens mixture, the barley or rice, and the cheeses.
16
Mix together well.
17
Scrape into the oiled baking dish.
18
Bake 35 to 40 minutes until sizzling and lightly browned on the top and sides.
19
Remove from the heat, and allow to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 generous bunch beet greens, stemmed and washed, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 4 large cloves green garlic, peeled and sliced, or one small head that has not separated into cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Beet Greens, Green Garlic and Barley Gratin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beet Greens, Green Garlic and Barley Gratin

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