Chicken and Collard Greens Pasta Creamy Chicken Pasta with Sautéed Collard Greens and Garlic Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) penne or rigatoni pasta 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chopped collard greens, stems removed 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper, to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add chili flakes and chopped collard greens. Cook for 4–5 minutes until wilted and tender. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a low simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Return the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until coated and heated through. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and extra cheese if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 525 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #collardgreens #southerninspired #pastanight #comfortfood #healthycomfort #easyweeknightdinner #garlicchicken #leafygreens #creamyparmesan #collardgreenrecipes #fusionflavors #heartymeals #30minutemeals #freshgreens #easyfamilymeals #cheesypasta #onepanpasta #creamyandgreen #flavorpacked Wholesome and hearty This Chicken and Collard Greens Pasta is comfort food with a Southern soul twist—creamy, cheesy, and totally satisfying!

Shrimp and Collard Greens Garlicky Sautéed Shrimp with Braised Collard Greens Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, chopped 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1 bunch collard greens, stems removed and leaves sliced 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Lemon wedges, for serving Directions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Add the collard greens and stir to coat. Pour in the broth and vinegar, then cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper. In a separate pan, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Plate the braised collard greens and top with the cooked shrimp. Serve with lemon wedges on the side. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #shrimpdish #collardgreens #southernflavors #garlicshrimp #healthymeals #lowcarbrecipes #shrimpandgreens #seafoodrecipes #glutenfreemeals #quickdinner #easyhealthyrecipes #comfortbites #weeknightdinner #lightandsavory #braisedgreens #proteinpacked #leafygreens #flavorforward #shrimpmeal #soulfulsupper Spice up your dinner with this juicy Shrimp and Collard Greens combo So garlicky, buttery, and packed with Southern soul!

Beef and Kale Soup Hearty Beef and Kale Soup with Root Vegetables and Herbs Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat, cubed 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 1 parsnip, peeled and diced (optional) 6 cups beef broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 bay leaf Salt and pepper, to taste 3 cups chopped kale (stems removed) 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional, for brightness) Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Add carrots, celery, and parsnip. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45–60 minutes, or until the beef is tender. Stir in chopped kale and cook uncovered for another 10–15 minutes until the kale is wilted but still vibrant. Finish with apple cider vinegar for added depth. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beefsoup #kalesoup #healthycomfortfood #heartybeef #souprecipe #winterwarmers #nutritiousmeals #slowcookedsoup #onepotmeals #stewmeat #souplovers #kaleandbeef #lowcarbsoup #homemadesoup #easybeefsoup #leafygreens #rootvegetables #comfortinabowl #souprecipeideas #wholesomeeating Cozy up with a bowl of Hearty Beef and Kale Soup – packed with tender beef, root veggies, and vibrant kale for a nutrient-rich comfort meal!

Collard Green and Apple Salad Crisp Collard Greens with Sweet Apple and Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette Ingredients: 1 bunch collard greens, stems removed and leaves finely shredded 2 apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), thinly sliced 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Juice of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt, to taste For the Dijon Vinaigrette: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: In a large bowl, combine the shredded collard greens with the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Massage the greens for 1–2 minutes to soften. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients: olive oil, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced apples, red onion, toasted walnuts, and feta (if using) to the bowl with the collard greens. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss well to coat everything evenly. Serve immediately or let sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: Approximately 220 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #collardgreens #applesalad #healthyrecipes #autumnsalads #leafygreens #vitaminrich #crunchysalad #homemadesalad #seasonaleating #quicklunch #saladideas #greensalad #dairyoptional #nuttycrunch #foodblogfeed #freshflavors #easymeals #plantforward #collardgreenrecipes #applerecipes This Collard Green and Apple Salad is crunchy, refreshing, and packed with fall flavors! Perfect for a light lunch or holiday side

Indian Saag Classic Creamy Indian Saag with Spinach and Mustard Greens Ingredients: 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped 2 cups mustard greens, chopped (optional, or substitute with kale) 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 2 tablespoons ghee or oil 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional) 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste) Salt to taste 1/2 cup heavy cream or plain yogurt (optional for creaminess) Fresh lemon juice, to taste Directions: Heat ghee or oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add onions, garlic, ginger, and green chili, sauté until onions are golden and soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add turmeric, coriander, red chili powder, and salt, stirring to combine well. Add chopped spinach and mustard greens. Cook down, stirring occasionally, until the greens are wilted and tender, about 10-15 minutes. Transfer the cooked greens to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth or to your desired texture. Return to skillet. Stir in garam masala and cream or yogurt if using, cook for another 3-5 minutes on low heat. Adjust seasoning with salt and lemon juice. Serve hot as a side dish or main with naan or basmati rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: Approximately 180 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #saag #indianspinach #indianrecipes #vegetarian #spinachrecipe #indianfood #comfortfood #vegetarianrecipes #glutenfree #healthyrecipes #greengreens #indianvegetarian #ghee #easyrecipes #leafygreens #creamyspinach #plantbased #homemadefood #weeknightmeals #freshflavors Get your greens in with this classic Indian Saag — creamy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome spinach and mustard greens!