Turnip Greens with Bacon

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Brewed coffee and balsamic vinegar give these easy turnip greens with bacon great depth of flavor. This recipe is a perfect side dish to any meal.

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
4 slices bacon, chopped
2 bunches turnip greens, chopped
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1 Cook onion and bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, covered, turning occasionally, until onion is translucent and bacon is evenly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
2 Add turnip greens to the skillet, a handful at a time if necessary; cook until wilted down, 5 to 7 minutes. Add coffee, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3 Taste cooking liquid; adjust seasonings if necessary. Reduce heat to low or medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
4 Uncover skillet; cook until liquid has reduced and greens are tender, about 10 minutes more.