Recipe: Carrots and Collards

Three outstanding characteristics of Carrots and Collards are as follows:
·An explosion of satisfying, dramatic taste—spicy Southern flavor with a kick
·Ease of preparation—pre-washed, pre-chopped carrots and collards
·Satiety with excellent nutritional value—ample fiber but low caloric and low fat intake

Ingredients
8 ounces turkey sausage
1 pound baby cut carrots
1 package (12 ounces) frozen seasoning blend
1 package (16 ounces) fresh, chopped collards
1 can (28 ounces) crushed red tomatoes in puree
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup (or less) pepper sauce
1 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon (or less) crushed red pepper
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups water
4 tablespoons Sweeta®

Preparation
·Break the sausage into small pieces.
·Place all the ingredients together in a deep pot.
·Cook over medium heat until the collards are tender—45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts
Per serving (approximately ½ cup)makes 16 servings
Amount per serving
Calories
69
Calories from fat
15
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g
3%
Saturated Fat 0.4g
2%
Cholesterol 9mg
3%
Sodium 229mg
10%
TotalCarbohydrate 9.6g
3%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g
30%
Protein 4g
Percent values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet. Your daily values may differ.
Additional Information21.6% of calories from Fat55.3% from Carbohydrates23.1% from Protein

Equipment/Utensils
• Deep cooking pot with lid

Filling a Pot with Collards
If you cannot add all the collards at once, fill the pot, allow them to cook down, and add the rest.


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