Sauteed Kale With Smoked Paprika

Ingredients

• 8 cups packed kale, center ribs and stems removed, leaves coarsely chopped (from about 1 1/2 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika (or hot)
• 1 pinch dry crushed red pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Cook kale in large pot of boiling salted water until wilted, about 5 minutes. Transfer to colander; drain.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika and crushed red pepper; sprinkle with salt.

4. 4

   Add kale and sauté until heated through, about 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and more smoked paprika, if desired.

5. 5

   Transfer to serving bowl; drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and serve.