BRAISED COLLARD GREENS

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These greens are perfectly seasoned... a terrific go-to recipe!

Provided by Sheila Charette

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb collard greens - rinsed, stemmed and thinly sliced
2 lb fresh ham hocks
1/2 lb salt pork
3 qt chicken stock
1 c chopped onion
2 bay leaves
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp white sugar
2 tsp red wine vinegar
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Place ham hocks, salt pork, onion, bay leaves, red pepper flakes, and sugar in a large pot with the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, and cook for 30 minutes.
  • 2. Stir collard greens into the pot, and bring to a boil.
  • 3. Reduce heat to simmer, and cook for 30 minutes, or until greens are tender. Season with red wine vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.

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