Smoked Turkey Braised Greens (Recipe Courtesy Racha

Name: Smoked Turkey Braised Greens (Recipe Courtesy Rachael Ray)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 lb thick cut deli sliced smoked turkey, diced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 8 cups mixed greens, coarsely chopped (cook's choice ( select collard, dandelion, mustard, chard); salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 2 good splashes; 2 teaspoons sugar; 3 -5 dashes hot sauce; 1 - 1 1/2 cup beer or 1 -1 1/2 cup chicken stock

Servings: persons

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Difficulty: Easy.
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Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
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Add extra-virgin olive oil and butter.
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When butter melts into extra-virgin olive
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oil, add smoked turkey and caramelize meat, a couple of minutes on each side.
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Add onions and cook 3 to 4 minutes more. Wilt greens into the pan and season with salt and pepper.
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Cook and toss the greens a minute or 2 more then add the vinegar - lean back so the fumes don't knock you out - sugar and hot sauce.
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Cook off vinegar for a minute then add beer or stock, enough to coat the pan and loosen up greens in liquid.
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Reduce heat to medium low.
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Simmer greens 10 to 15 minutes until no longer bitter.

226

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan, 1 tablespoon butter, 1/2 lb thick cut deli sliced smoked turkey, diced, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Smoked Turkey Braised Greens (Recipe Courtesy Rachael Ray) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Smoked Turkey Braised Greens (Recipe Courtesy Rachael Ray)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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