SMOTHERED GREENS

These healthy greens get their rich flavor from smoked turkey, instead of fatback.

Ingredients:
3 cups water
¼ pound smoked turkey breast,
   skinless
1 tablespoon fresh hot pepper,
   chopped
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon cloves, ground
2 cloves garlic, crushed

 
½ teaspoon thyme
1 scallion, chopped
1 teaspoon ginger, ground
¼ cup onion, chopped
2 pounds greens (mustard,
   turnip, collard, kale, or
   mixture)

Preparation:
1. Place all ingredients except greens into large saucepan and bring to boil.

2. Prepare greens by washing thoroughly and removing stems.

3. Tear or slice leaves into bite-size pieces.

4. Add greens to turkey stock. Cook for 20–30 minutes until tender.


Yield: Makes 5 servings, Serving Size: 1 cup

Each Serving Provides:
Calories 80
Total Fat 2g
Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 16mg
Sodium 378mg

Total Fiber 4g
Protein 9g
Carbohydrates 9g
Potassium 472mg