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VARY AMIN?ANANA– MADAGASCAR Greens with Rice

Each Friday of Lent, we abstain from eating meat as a way to experience a little of the hunger that many experience daily. Journey with us around the world and incorporate these Lenten recipes into your meatless Fridays. Give the money you saved each week by not eating meat – about $3 per person per meal – to your CRS Rice Bowl to feed those in need around the world.

VARY AMIN’ANANA RECIPE – MADAGASCAR

Greens with Rice

Serves 4-5

2 T. fair trade olive oil

1 small onion, diced

1 medium tomato, diced

1 clove garlic

1 t fresh ginger, minced

3 c packed collard greens or kale

1 c rice

2 c water

Salt and pepper to taste

Heat oil in medium-sized pot. Add onion, tomato, garlic and ginger, and sauté until just tender. Add collard greens or kale, and stir 1 minute. Add rice, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook on medium heat for 25 minutes or until water is absorbed.