Kale Gratin with Pancetta

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the broiler but place the oven rack on the second shelf down from the heat source.
2. 2
   Bring a few inches of water to a boil in a deep skillet or pot, add the kale and salt and cook 5 to 6 minutes; drain and dry the greens.
3. 3
   Return the skillet to the stove over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil and pancetta.
4. 4
   Crisp the pancetta and add the cream and garlic.
5. 5
   Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper then reduce 7 to 8 minutes to about 1/2 to 2/3 cup.
6. 6
   Add cooked greens to cream and stir to coat evenly.
7. 7
   Transfer to shallow casserole.
8. 8
   Toss with breadcrumbs with the remaining 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil.
9. 9
   Season the crumbs with salt and pepper and combine with cheese.
10. 10
    Place the casserole on the second shelf under broiler and brown breadcrumbs and cheese for 5 minutes.