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southern collard greens

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

These southern-style collard greens are slow simmered greens with bacon, onion, garlic, and a perfect blend of seasonings to give it that down-home, fresh off-the-farm southern touch. This comfort side dish is one of our absolute favorites, and you don’t have to be a Southern cook to master them. These scrumptious and easy Southern collard greens are the perfect side for all your favorite southern main courses like fried catfish, hamburger steak, fried chicken, and smothered pork chops.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For southern collard greens

  • 8 slice
    bacon, chopped
  • 1 md
    onion, finely chopped
  • 3 clove
    garlic
  • 1 lb
    collard greens, washed, trimmed, and cut
  • 3 c
    chicken broth (enough to cover the greens)
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp
    sugar
  • 1/2 tsp
    cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp
    crushed red pepper
  • salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make southern collard greens

  • 1
    In a large Dutch oven or pan over medium heat, brown the bacon. When the bacon is about halfway browned add the chopped onion. Cook until the bacon is browned and the onion is soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • 2
    Add the collard greens and cook until wilted and slightly softened. Add the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, sugar, cajun seasoning, paprika, and crushed red pepper. Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes, letting the liquid cook down and the greens really soften. Drain most of the liquid or use a slotted spoon to remove it. Salt and pepper to taste. For best results, serve promptly.
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