Name: Garlic-and-Parmesan-Braised Greens
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving; 1 head of garlic, halved crosswise; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 2 bunches Tuscan kale or collard greens, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn; 2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated

Photo by Emma Fishman, food styling by Rebecca Jurkevich, prop styling by Sophie Strangio

Quickly sautéed hardy greens are a staple side dish for busy nights. But when you have 20 more minutes to spare, cook down piles of greens with well-browned onions, LOTS of garlic, and a handful of Parm to render them into something special. Don’t even think about skimping on the garlic; using a halved head adds a lot to the dish, but because the cloves mostly stay contained, it won’t be overwhelming. Promise.

What you’ll need

Dutch Oven
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Microplane Grater
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Cutting Board
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