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Kale with Panfried Walnuts

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When earthy greens are tossed with a walnut- and garlic-scented oil and lots of crunchy nuts, they taste delightfully new.

Cooks' note:

Kale can be boiled (and excess liquid pressed out) 1 day ahead and chilled. Reheat before serving.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    30 min

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

3 pounds kale, stems and center ribs discarded
1 cup chopped walnuts (3 1/2 ounces)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Tear kale into large pieces, then cook in a large pot of well-salted boiling water, uncovered, until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain kale, and, when cool enough to handle, press out excess liquid.

    Step 2

    Cook walnuts in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook, stirring, until very fragrant, about 1 minute. Add kale and salt and pepper to taste and cook, tossing, until heated through.

    Step 3

    Serve kale warm or at room temperature.

  2. What to drink:

    Step 4

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