Dandelion Greens With Garlicky Croutons

Rustic Italian country cooking at its best.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 Large Bunch Dandelion Greens
• 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
• Salt & Pepper
• Dash Of Red Pepper Flakes
• 3 Cloves Garlic
• 2 Slices Stale Country Style Bread, Cut Into 1/2 Inch Cubes
• 3 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Parsley

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a heavy frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons...: In a heavy frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil, one garlic clove cut into quarters, and the bread cubes.
2. 2Cook the croutons, stirring often until they are...: Cook the croutons, stirring often until they are lightly browned and crisp.
3. 3Remove from the heat.
4. 4Rinse the greens well, and remove any brown...: Rinse the greens well, and remove any brown ends.
5. 5Cut into 3 inch pieces.
6. 6In a large, heavy saucepan or frying pan,...: In a large, heavy saucepan or frying pan, add the greens still damp, the last 2 garlic cloves finely chopped, and the remaining oil.
7. 7Saute for 5 to 7 minutes, or until...: Saute for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the greens are soft and tender.
8. 8Add salt and pepper, and red pepper until...: Add salt and pepper, and red pepper until you have reached your desired level of heat.
9. 9Place on a platter, and sprinkle the croutons...: Place on a platter, and sprinkle the croutons on top.