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Recipe Ingredients

• 2 pounds leafy greens, such as spinach, kale, etc., tough stems removed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
• 1 poblano or 2 jalapeno chiles, stemmed and finely chopped
• 12 black olives, coarsely chopped
• 1/3 cup capers, drained
• Salt, to taste

Method

1. Cut the greens crosswise into 1/2-inch strips and rinse in plenty of cold water. Lift the greens out of the water, transfer to a colander, and set aside to drain.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large non-reactive pot. Add onion, garlic and chile and sauté until the onion wilts, about 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the greens, olives and capers. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat until the greens are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
4. Season with salt to taste.
5. Serve immediately.