Spicy collard greens

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsCollard Greens;
2cupsVegetable Stock;
3To 4 leaves fresh Basil OR:
½teaspoonDried leaf basil;
2teaspoonsVirgin olive oil;
¾cupOnion; chopped
1tablespoonGingerroot; grated
1teaspoonJalapono pepper; chopped
¼teaspoonSeasame oil;
Pepper to taste;
1teaspoonSesame seeds;

Directions

Rinse greens well in tepid water and slice in thin strips. Place in a sausepan with the stock and basil, cover and cook about 30 minutes, until greens are tender. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet and saute onion and garlic; stir oil in a non-stick skillet and saute onion and garlic; stir in gingerroot and jalapeno pepper. Add collard and stir until liquid is neatly evaporated. Add sesame oil and pepper to taste; stir. Sprinkle with Sesame Seeds. Food Ecxchange per serving: 1 VEGETABLE EXCHANGE + ½ FAT EXCHANGE CAL: CHO: 0mg; CAR: 7g; PR0: 2g; SOD: 28mg; FAT: 3g;

Source: Light & Easy Diabetes Cuisine by Betty Marks Brought to you and yours via Nancy O'Brion and her Meal-Master