Dandelions’ adaptability makes them one of my favorite cooking greens. They are tasty raw (or perhaps slightly wilted with a warm bacon vinaigrette), lightly sauteed with some hot…

Slivered Dandelion Greens with Chorizo
1 bunch of dandelion greens, any unappetizing-looking stalks removed (or substitute collard greens)
~ 1T. olive oil
1/2 of a medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 – 1/2 t. red pepper flakes, to taste
4 oz of dry chorizo, cut into small pieces
Stack the dandelion greens and cut into 1/4 to 1/2 inch [...]

Wilted Dandelion Greens with Garlic and Pecans
1 bunch dandelion greens, center ribs removed if large
1/4 c. pecans
2.5 T olive oil
4-5 garlic cloves, minced
1 small shallot, minced (optional)
2 T apple cider vinegar
Salt & Pepper
Coarsely chop dandelion greens and place in a serving bowl.
Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 5-6 minutes. [...]
















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