Kale with Pecans

Kale with Pecans
Serves/Makes: 1-2

1 bunch kale or swiss chard (if using kale, remove center stems), cut into bite-size strips
¼ cup chopped pecans or pistachios
Extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Sea salt to taste
½ cup canned beans (optional)

Lightly toast the nuts in a pan on the stovetop, stirring with tongs. After 2-3 minutes, add olive oil to the pan and allow it to heat up. Add chopped greens to pan, and sprinkle with salt. Cover. Cook greens until tender, stirring occasionally. Add 1-2 Tbsp. of water if needed. Use tongs to clear a space in center of the pan and add minced garlic in a single layer. Cook garlic about 30 seconds, then mix it up with the kale & nuts. Add beans, if desired, cooking for another minute