SCOTT'S SPICY CREAMED COLLARD GREENS

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We tried to duplicate a spicy collard green recipe from one of our favorite restaurants in North Carolina. They no longer serve this as a side, but the chef did tell us the ingredients... without quantities! After some tinkering, we have come close to what we once ordered every visit. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Provided by Scott K

Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Greens Collard Greens

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 slices bacon, cut crosswise into thin strips
½ medium onion, diced
1 tablespoon diced jalapeno pepper
2 (14.5 ounce) cans collard greens, drained
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon finely chopped garlic
¼ cup heavy cream
2 ½ ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until almost browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add jalapeno; cook for 1 minute. Add collard greens, vinegar, and garlic; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, hot sauce, and nutmeg. Let simmer until thick, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 49.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1058 mg, Sugar 0.9 g