Collard Greens
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Collard Greens
Description
Collard Greens combines smoky bacon and savory aromatics to impart a rich flavor to the hearty greens. Cooking the bacon first allows the fat to flavor the dish, while sautéed onions and garlic add depth before the broth and seasonings create a balanced braising liquid. The long simmer softens the greens, melding the ingredients into a tender side dish.
The texture becomes soft but still with some body from the chopped greens. The gentle sweetness from the brown sugar balances the saltiness and bitterness typical in collards, making them enjoyable for those new to this classic leafy green preparation.
This dish works well as a side to grilled meats or Southern-inspired meals, providing a comforting, well-rounded accompaniment. Adding the crispy bacon back at the end retains some chew and richness, enhancing each bite.
Ingredients
- 8 lices Bacon
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 yellow onion , chopped
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 pound collard greens , cut into 2 inch chunks
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
Instructions
- Add the bacon to your dutch oven on medium heat and cook it until crisp and the fat has rendered before removing it from your pan and chopping.
- Remove half the bacon fat, add in the vegetable oil, onions, and garlic on low heat, cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
- Add the collard greens to the pan, stirring them well to coat them in the oil and onion mixture.
- Add the chicken broth, brown sugar, salt and pepper to the dutch oven, stir well and cover.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 90 minutes until the collard greens are tender to chew when tasted
- Add the bacon back into the dutch oven and stir through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 868mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 158mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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