Kale with Apples

Kale with Apples

I made this dish in honor of my friend, Mari, who harvested 100 pounds of apples from her tree the other day. She also has a lot of kale in her garden so here is way to enjoy them together.

Kale with Apples

3 thick slices bacon, chopped

5-6 cups sliced kale- tough stems removed

3 T. water or apple juice

3 apples, peeled if desired, cored and chopped

salt and pepper to taste

hot pepper sauce to taste

Cook bacon in skillet until crisp. Remove bacon and all but 1 tablespoon of the fat. Add kale and saute until wilted. Add water or juice and cover. Cook over medium heat until kale is tender. This could take 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the type of kale and how old it is. Once the kale is tender add the apples and cook, uncovered, until apples are tender. Stir once in awhile to keep mixture from sticking. Most of the liquid in the skillet should cook off. Adjust seasonings and serve. Serves 2 as a side dish.