Recipe courtesy of Michael Lomonaco
Beet Greens and Honey Walnuts
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds beet greens, well washed, stems removed, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon whole butter
1 cup whole, shelled walnuts
2 tablespoons honey
Directions
- Heat oil in a large saute pan and add the beet greens. Stir-fry the greens over high heat and add the garlic, salt and pepper.
- Lower the heat and let the greens simmer in its own juices for 5 minutes before pouring the greens into a serving dish.
- Heat the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat for 1 minute before adding the walnuts. Shake the nuts in the hot butter, add the honey and coat well before pouring over the beet greens.
