These 12 Recipes May Make You Actually Crave Leafy Greens

As far as September-through-November market offerings go, the leafy greens tend to fall pretty low on the totem pole. (There are squashes, after all, and a pumpkin is generally a whole lot cuter and more inspiring than a leaf of kale.) But fall is arguably the time we should be paying most attention to our greens: Paired with some of fall's biggest, boldest flavors, even one bunch of kale, collards, chard, or mustard greens can form dinner's backbone—from soup to pasta—or make a meal hearty. Here are 12 recipes that will help nudge leafy greens to the top of your menu plan:

Collard Greens Braised in Coconut Milk by Gena Hamshaw

 

Anna Thomas' Green Soup by Genius Recipes

 

 

Penne with Creamed Greens and Pancetta by Amanda Hesser

 

Spicy, Smoky Homemade Kale Chips by Gena Hamshaw

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Fritatta with Braised Mustard Greens by fiveandspice

 

Bryant Terry's Mustard Green Harissa by Genius Recipes

 

Kale and Corn Quesadillas by Phyllis Grant

 

Roasted Pear and Rainbow Chard Salad by Elizabeth Stark

 

Kale Pesto Orecchiette by Brussels Sprouts for Breakfast

 

Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing by Kendra Vaculin

 

 

Bitter Green Salad Tart with Feta and Chilies by CarolineWright

 

Fried Greens Meatlessballs by Alexandra Stafford 

What's your best way to make a bunch of greens disappear? Share your secrets in the comments.