TURNIP GREENS WITH DICED TURNIPS RECIPE

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Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions to make our special Turnip Greens with Diced Turnips Recipe. Fresh turnip greens and turnips are a cold weather delight. We'll visit our North Carolina State Farmer's Market to pick up some fresh greens, then cook them up with some pork seasoning for a hearty dish that goes great as a side, or as a meal on its own.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs of fresh young Turnip Greens
4 Turnips, small to medium size.
2 ozs. Pork Seasoning meat
1 Tablespoon Sugar
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper

Steps:

  • Place about 6 cups water in a large sauce pot, over Medium-High heat. Bring to a boil.
  • Add the pork meat. Reduce heat to Medium.
  • Let pork boil for about 30 minutes while you wash and prepare the greens and turnips.
  • Place greens in a large pan, or your sink, fill with cold water and add a Tablespoon of Salt. Salt helps to kill any bugs that might be hiding in the leaves.
  • Rinse the greens by hand. Drain off the dirty water. Repeat washing until water runs clean.
  • Wash, peel and dice the turnips into small cubes, about ½ inch thick.
  • Place diced turnips in a bowl of water to keep them from turning color.
  • Place washed greens in the sauce pot, adding a little at a time, until all have been added.
  • Let water come back up to a low boil.
  • Cover the pot, and let greens simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Keep a close watch that all the liquid doesn't boil away. You can add more water if needed.
  • After 15-20 minutes, remove the lid and...
  • Add Sugar.
  • Add Salt.
  • Add Black Pepper.
  • Place the diced turnips in the pot. Stir well and cover again.
  • Let greens, and the turnips, simmer over medium-low heat until both are tender. About 15-20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Using a slotted spoon, place the cooked greens in a bowl and chop as desired.
  • Add any leftover "pot likker" as desired.
  • Serve warm and Enjoy!

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