Smothered Greens & Corn Recipe

Name: Smothered Greens & Corn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs swiss chard, washed and dried; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 ⅓ cups coarsely chopped onions; 14 lb lean smoked ham, diced (optional); 1 lb mustard greens or 1 lb spinach, washed,trimmed and coarsely chopped; ¾ cup chicken stock; 2 cups fresh raw corn kernels; ¼ cup minced parsley; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; lemon juice, to taste; cider vinegar, for accompaniment; hot pepper sauce, for accompaniment

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs swiss chard, washed and dried
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 ⅓ cups coarsely chopped onions
14 lb lean smoked ham, diced (optional)
1 lb mustard greens or 1 lb spinach, washed,trimmed and coarsely chopped
¾ cup chicken stock
2 cups fresh raw corn kernels
¼ cup minced parsley
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
lemon juice, to taste
cider vinegar, for accompaniment
hot pepper sauce, for accompaniment

1
Separate the chard ribs from the leaves.
2
Chop the leaves coarsely and chop the stems into 1/2-inch pieces.
3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over moderately low heat.
4
Add onion and saute until slightly softened (about 3 minutes).
5
Add ham (if used), chard leaves and ribs, mustard greens and stock.
6
Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to maintain a simmer.
7
Cook 10 minutes.
8
Uncover skillet; add corn.
9
Cook, uncovered, until corn is done and greens are tender (about 5 more minutes).
10
Stir in parsley, salt and pepper, and a few drops lemon juice.
11
To serve, offer cider vinegar and hot pepper sauce on the side.

2928

kcal

Calories

173

Fat

Carbs

292

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs swiss chard, washed and dried, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 ⅓ cups coarsely chopped onions, 14 lb lean smoked ham, diced (optional), and more.

Yes, Smothered Greens & Corn 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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Smothered Greens & Corn

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