Instead of spinach try this Creamed Kale recipe, the most delicious holiday side dish! You can easily double or triple this recipe to feed a crowd.

2 bunches Lacinato kale
1 stick (8 tbsp) unsalted butter
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/8 tsp smoked paprika
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1
Rinse and pull leaves off of the kale, removing and discarding the tough ribs and stems.
2
Blanche kale in boiling water until just soft, about 1-2 minutes. Immediately submerge it into an ice bath. Drain the kale. Chop into small pieces.
3
Melt the butter over medium heat in a medium skillet. Add the shallot and garlic, sauté 3 minutes. Add the kale, cream and smoked paprika. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes or until cream has reduced and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
CategoryCourses, Cream, Diets, Gluten Free, Main Ingredients, Side Dishes, VegetarianCuisineAmericanCooking MethodSauteeing
Ingredients
2 bunches Lacinato kale
1 stick (8 tbsp) unsalted butter
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/8 tsp smoked paprika
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste