Mardi Gras Mustard and Spinach Greens

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Creole flavorings recall trips to New Orleans in this mustard greens-spinach combination

Ingredients

2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
2 red onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 of a jalapeño pepper, chopped
1 (1-pound) bag Cut `n Clean Mustard Greens
1/2 cup water
1 (10-ounce) bag Cut `n Clean Spinach Greens
1 yellow bell pepper, stemmed and seeded, julienned in 1/4-inch strips
1 red bell pepper, stemmed and seeded, julienned in 1/4-inch
strips
1 teaspoon Creole spice
1/4 teaspoon salt, as needed
1 tomato, cut into 1/4-inch half moons

Preparation

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 5 minutes, until tender. Add garlic and jalapeno and sauté until cooked, 3 minutes. Turn heat up to medium high and stir in mustard greens. Add water, cover, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in spinach, yellow and red pepper, Creole spice, salt and tomato. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring until greens are cooked evenly.

Serves 8.

COOKING TIP: For less heat from the jalapeno, remove the seeds and ribs before chopping. For maximum heat, leave the seeds and ribs on.