Enjoy this saute as a side, toss with pasta for a main course, or serve on crostini.

Also try: Spicy Chard with Ginger, Escarole with Onion and Lemon, Kale with Tomato, Garlic, and Thyme


Everyday Food, January 2010

    Yield Serves 4

  * 3 beets
  * 4 slices bacon, chopped
  * 4 scallions, sliced
  * Coarse salt and ground pepper

Cut greens off beets; discard stems and chop leaves. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium until golden brown, 6 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate; pour off all but 1 teaspoon fat from skillet. Add scallions and cook until softened, 1 minute. In two batches, add beet leaves and cook until tender, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and stir in bacon.

tags: CSA

source: http://www.marthastewart.com/318953/beet-greens-with-bacon