Southern Collard Greens Recipe
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Southern Collard Greens Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by rendering chopped bacon in a large pot along with onions, minced garlic, and diced turnips until onions are translucent and bacon fat is released. Adding collard greens and sautéing them softens their sturdy leaves and allows the flavors to meld. Then chicken and vegetable broth is added along with a pinch of nutmeg and apple cider vinegar to provide a balance of richness and acidity.
The greens cook simmered for about 30 minutes resulting in a tender texture with layered savory flavors. Seasoning with salt and pepper is adjusted to taste. The bacon fat imparts a smoky, meaty undertone while the turnips contribute mild sweetness.
Southern Collard Greens complement fried or roasted meats, cornbread, or rice dishes common in Southern U.S. cuisine and add a nutrient-rich, flavorful green vegetable to meals.
Ingredients
For the Collards:
- 3-4 trips Bacon chopped
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 turnips peeled and diced
- 2 bunches collard greens (large), stems removed and cut into 1 inch ribbons
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- Pinch nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Place a large pot over medium heat. Render the bacon with the onions, garlic, and turnips until the onions are translucent, 5-8 minutes. Then add the collards and sauté another 10 minutes.
- Add the chicken and vegetable stock, nutmeg and vinegar, bring to a boil. Reduce and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 149 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 149kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 793mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 325mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 500IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 17.3mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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