Simmered Greens with Cornmeal Dumplings

Health score
46%
Simmered Greens with Cornmeal Dumplings
4500 min.
6
507kcal

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If you're looking for a hearty and comforting dish to warm your soul, look no further than our Simmered Greens with Cornmeal Dumplings! This delightful recipe combines the rich, savory flavors of slab bacon with a medley of nutritious mixed greens, creating a meal that is not only satisfying but also packed with goodness. The slow-simmering process allows the greens to soak up the smoky essence of the bacon, making every bite a burst of flavor.

The crowning glory of this dish is undoubtedly the fluffy cornmeal dumplings that sit atop the greens, steaming gently to perfection. With their slightly sweet flavor and fluffy texture, these dumplings balance beautifully with the savory greens below. Each bite transports you to a simpler time, reminiscent of comforting family meals and gatherings around the dinner table.

This recipe serves six, making it perfect for a cozy family dinner or an inviting lunch with friends. Although it may take some time to prepare, the end result is well worth the wait. The vibrant colors and aromas that fill your kitchen as the dish simmers create an irresistible atmosphere, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Try out this Simmered Greens with Cornmeal Dumplings, and bring a touch of warmth and flavor to your next meal!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoons brown sugar packed
  • pound greens such as collard mixed
  • 0.7 cup flour all-purpose
  • pound slab bacon 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted
  • quarts water 
  • 0.5 cup milk whole
  • 0.3 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Score bacon 2 or 3 times (do not cut all the way through), then simmer in water in a wide 6-quart pot, covered, 1 hour.
  2. Discard any coarse stems from greens and coarsely chop leaves.
  3. Add greens, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper to bacon and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 25 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, whisk together flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, then blend in butter well with your fingertips. Stir in milk until just combined.
  5. Let dough stand 5 minutes.
  6. With wet hands, roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls.
  7. Gently place dumplings on top of greens. Cook, covered and undisturbed, over low heat until greens are very tender and silky and dumplings are puffed and cooked through, about 20 minutes. Discard bacon. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories507kcal
Protein14.92%
Fat59.89%
Carbs25.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.58
Glycemic Load
12.04
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
38.376521701398%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
19.82mg
Quercetin
5.83mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:506.65kcal
25.33%
Fat:34.59g
53.21%
Saturated Fat:11.87g
74.17%
Carbohydrates:32.74g
10.91%
Net Carbohydrates:22.46g
8.17%
Sugar:3.49g
3.88%
Cholesterol:57.35mg
19.12%
Sodium:642.33mg
27.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.38g
38.77%
Vitamin K:991.38µg
944.17%
Vitamin A:11502.12IU
230.04%
Vitamin C:80.06mg
97.04%
Manganese:1.65mg
82.69%
Folate:321.07µg
80.27%
Calcium:612.61mg
61.26%
Fiber:10.28g
41.11%
Vitamin E:5.56mg
37.04%
Selenium:23.81µg
34.01%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.33%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
31.88%
Vitamin B3:5.79mg
28.93%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.16%
Phosphorus:236.19mg
23.62%
Magnesium:90.33mg
22.58%
Potassium:709.03mg
20.26%
Iron:2.37mg
13.15%
Copper:0.25mg
12.72%
Zinc:1.87mg
12.48%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.19%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.2%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.74%
Source:Epicurious