Southern Collard Greens

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  • Number of Servings: 10
Ingredients
1 1/2 quarts water1 1/2 pounds ham hocks or(turkey parts, fat back,smoked neck bones, mostly any type of seasoning fat will do). I like smoked4-5 pounds collard greens, rinsed andtrimmed1/2 pack thick hickory smoked bacon (Fried and drained) keep all drippings for later use.2 cans chicken broth1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt(optional) 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes(optional)1/4 cup fat from cooked and drained bacon or (vegetable oil)garlic to tastesalt and pepper to taste
Directions
Directions:
1. Place the water and the ham hock in a large pot with a tight-fitting lid. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and simmer covered for 1.5 hours
2. Add the collards, the hot pepper flakes, chicken broth, garlic, and (seasoned salt) to pot. Simmer covered for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the bacon fat or vegetable oil and simmer covered for 30-40 minutes. Keep collards tossed at his point. Most of the juices should be absorbed.

Remember too cook more than a serving of this dish to freeze and have for later.


Serving Size: Makes about 10 1- cup serving

Number of Servings: 10

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MISSDRAKE.

Servings Per Recipe: 10
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 182.5
  • Total Fat: 15.0 g
  • Cholesterol: 26.3 mg
  • Sodium: 799.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 14.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8.8 g
  • Protein: 14.4 g

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