Collards

Collards
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    54

Discover the soulful depth of collard greens, transformed into a culinary masterpiece. Slowly simmered with smoky bacon, tender potatoes, and a tangy kiss of red wine vinegar, these greens offer a symphony of flavors that will warm your heart and nourish your soul.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Cholesterol
    7 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    172 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large pot, combine the cubed potatoes with enough water to cover them generously. Bring to a boil over medium heat. (Approximately 10 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the bacon. In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crispy and golden brown, rendering its flavorful fat. (Approximately 8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View 0 mins Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside to drain on paper towels. Reserve the bacon fat in the skillet.

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Recipe View 5 mins Add the diced onion to the skillet with the reserved bacon fat and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the onion and set aside.

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Recipe View 0 mins Before the potatoes are completely tender, add the sliced collard greens to the pot with the potatoes. Ensure the greens are submerged in the water.

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Recipe View 0 mins Return the sautéed onion to the pot with the potatoes and greens. Crumble the cooked bacon and add it to the pot. Stir in the red wine vinegar.

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Recipe View 1 hrs Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer gently until the collard greens are tender and infused with the smoky bacon flavor, approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

For an even deeper flavor, consider using smoked bacon.
A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a delightful hint of spice.
If the greens seem too acidic, add a touch of brown sugar or maple syrup to balance the flavors.
Serve these collard greens as a comforting side dish with your favorite Southern-inspired meals.

Kay Schamberger

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 18 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Trey Hansenernser

    I added a little smoked paprika and it gave the greens an amazing smoky flavor.

  • Fannie Faymuller

    Next time, I'll try using vegetable broth instead of water to make them vegetarian!

  • Elbert Dickinson

    The instructions were so clear and easy to follow. My family loved them!

  • Devyn Lowe

    These were the best collard greens I've ever made! The bacon and vinegar were a perfect match.

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