Collard Greens with Bacon
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Collard Greens with Bacon
Description
This recipe starts by crisping chopped bacon, then sautéing onions and garlic in the bacon fat. Collard greens, cleaned and chopped into uniform pieces, are added next and wilted briefly before chicken broth is poured in to simmer the greens until tender. Salt and black pepper season the mixture.
After simmering for 30-35 minutes, hot sauce and apple cider vinegar are stirred in to enhance flavor with a bit of spice and tang. The reserved crisp bacon is sprinkled on top for added texture and smoky flavor contrast to the softened greens.
Collard greens with bacon is a traditional side often served alongside hearty meals. Its savory, slightly spicy, and acidic profile balances rich mains and adds green vegetable content.
Choosing fresh, dark green collards without blemishes and chopping them evenly helps ensure consistent cooking. Greens can be prepped a few days in advance or purchased pre-cleaned for convenience.
Ingredients
- 6 lices Bacon coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound collard greens cleaned, stems removed, and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Place the bacon in a large pot over medium high heat. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until crisp. Remove half the bacon from the pan and reserve for later use.
- Add the onion to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic, salt and pepper, then cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the greens to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until wilted. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low, then cover the pot and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until greens are tender. Uncover and stir in the hot sauce and vinegar. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with reserved bacon, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Chop collard greens into evenly sized pieces for consistent cooking.
- Select dark green, fresh collard greens without yellowing or spots; avoid wilted leaves.
- Greens can be cleaned and prepped up to three days ahead or use pre-washed store-bought greens to save time.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 1263mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 430mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 5691IU | 114% |
| Vitamin C | 50mg | 56% |
| Calcium | 275mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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