Sonoran-Style Amaranth Greens (Quelites)

Use any greens you have for this recipe, amaranth or lamb’s quarters are especially delicious though!

Ingredients

•  1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 dried red chiles
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 1 bunch amaranth greens, stemmed and chopped
• 1 cup cooked beans
• 3 cups broth

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat and add onion. Sauté for 5 minutes. Add garlic and chiles to the pan and cook for another minute. Add tomatoes to the pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Add greens, broth, and beans to the pan and stir everything together. Simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the dish reaches your desired consistency. Taste for seasonings and adjust if needed. Serve with bread or tortillas.

Submitted by Shelby Thompson, Tucson CSA