How To Make Quick Braised Lettuce, Peas & Bacon
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 head of lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup of frozen peas
- 1 tbsp of olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup of chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the torn lettuce and frozen peas to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the lettuce is slightly wilted and the peas are heated through.
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Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the broth has reduced slightly.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the braised lettuce, peas, and bacon in bowls, garnished with the crispy bacon.
Nutrition
- Calories : 220kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Cholesterol : 15mg
- Sodium : 450mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 20g
- Dietary Fiber : 6g
- Sugar : 7g
- Protein : 10g
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