Skillet Collards and Winter Squash Recipe

Name: Skillet Collards and Winter Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup barley (regular or purple); 1 quart water; Salt to taste; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 pounds butternut squash, peeled and diced; 1 generous bunch collard greens (about 1 pound), stemmed, washed thoroughly in 2 changes of water and sliced crosswise in ribbons; 2 garlic cloves, minced; Freshly ground pepper; 2 teaspoons slivered fresh sage; Lemon juice to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup barley (regular or purple)
1 quart water
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 pounds butternut squash, peeled and diced
1 generous bunch collard greens (about 1 pound), stemmed, washed thoroughly in 2 changes of water and sliced crosswise in ribbons
2 garlic cloves, minced
Freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons slivered fresh sage
Lemon juice to taste

1
Combine the barley and water in a medium saucepan, add salt to taste and bring to a boil.
2
Reduce the heat and simmer 50 minutes to an hour (longer for purple barley), until the barley is tender.
3
There should still be plenty of water in the pot.
4
Place a strainer over a bowl and drain the barley.
5
Measure out 1 cup of the cooking water.
6
Transfer the barley to a serving bowl and keep warm.
7
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat and sear the squash for 5 to 10 minutes, until it is lightly colored.
8
Add the greens and cook, stirring, until they are wilted, about 5 minutes.
9
Add the garlic, salt, pepper and sage and cook, stirring, for a couple of minutes, until the mixture is fragrant, then add the stock or barley water and bring to a simmer.
10
Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer 10 minutes, until the squash and greens are tender.
11
Add lemon juice to taste, drizzle on the remaining olive oil, adjust seasoning and serve with the barley.

1767

kcal

Calories

191

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup barley (regular or purple), 1 quart water, Salt to taste, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Skillet Collards and Winter Squash 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.

Skillet Collards and Winter Squash

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