BOOZY BRAISED COLLARD GREENS

Boozy Braised Collard Greens image

Provided by sweetdelicates

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 large bowl, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large bundles collard greens, well-washed
4 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, smashed
1/2 cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup Bourbon
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Remove stems from greens and discard. Roll up like a cigar and slice into ribbons.
In a large pot over medium heat, add bacon, onion, and garlic. Render bacon until crisp and the onion is tender, about 6 minutes.
Stir in brown sugar, vinegar, broth, and bourbon. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and stir in the collard greens in batches. Cover and cook for 1 1/2 hours until tender and soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.3, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 548.5, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 18.7, Protein 4.1