Leafy Greens
5 items
Collard Greens
STOVETOPBraise with stock/pork med-low 45-60 min.
Long, slow stovetop braise is the traditional and best method. The pot liquor (braising liquid) is the soul of Southern ...
Mustard Greens
STOVETOPSauté med 5-7 min or braise 20-30 min.
Same approach as collards but shorter cook time. Stovetop gives you control over the bitterness level.
Spinach
STOVETOPSauté med 2-3 min, wilts instantly.
Spinach is 90%+ water — wilts in seconds on stovetop. Oven would either dry it to nothing or not cook it. Only practical...
Swiss Chard
STOVETOPSauté stems first med 3-4 min, add leaves 2 min.
Stems need more time than leaves — stovetop lets you stagger the cooking. Quick cook retains color and nutrients.
Watercress
STOVETOPStir-fry high heat 1-2 min.
Very delicate — wilts in seconds. Needs the fastest possible cook. Mostly eaten raw in salads.