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How to Cook Collard Greens Like a Southerner

January 14, 2015 by FaveSouthernRecipes

Learning how to cook collard greens is important for any true Southern cook. It may seem daunting to learn how to make such a quintessential Southern dish, but it really couldn’t be simpler to learn how to cook collard greens.

There are only a few key ingredients that you must remember when learning how to cook collard greens. Bacon and smoked ham (or ham hocks) are essential for flavoring the greens. Vinegar is also an important addition to the pot; the vinegar helps to make the greens tender. Another important part of making collard greens is allowing them to cook for several hours over low heat.

Below you will find a step-by-step guide for making collard greens, as well as our favorite recipes for Southern greens.

How to Cook Collard Greens
How to Cook Collard Greens

Ingredients

  • 2  bags washed and cut collard greens
  • 1 lb. bacon, diced
  • two onions, diced
  • minced garlic
  • 7 oz. smoked ham
  • 2 tbs. apple cider vinegar
  • 32 oz. chicken stock
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • white pepper

How to Cook Collard Greens

  1.     Cook the bacon in a large stock pot for about 10 minutes.
  2.     Add the diced onion and cook for another 8 minutes. The onion should be soft and translucent.
  3.     Add the ham and garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
  4.     Add the stock, vinegar, seasonings, and some of the greens to the pot.
  5.     Stir the greens. As the greens wilt and cook down, slowly add more to the pot.
  6.     Cover the greens and cook for about 2 hours, or until the greens are tender.

Bonus! More Southern Greens Recipes:

Creamy Mixed Greens with Pecans

  • Cajun Greens and Cornbread – Classic Southern recipe!
  • Creamy Mixed Greens with Pecans (shown) – Perfect holiday side dish!
  • Mom’s Best Collard Greens – Great flavor!
  • Turnips and Greens – Super comforting!

What is your favorite type of greens?

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FaveSouthernRecipes is dedicated to the best easy Southern recipes and cooking tips. From quick and easy dinner recipes to new and exciting dessert recipes, we find and deliver the best Southern recipes from all over the web. Plus, we feature free product reviews and giveaways of all the latest and greatest products including cooking gadgets, cookbooks, food, and more. FaveSouthernRecipes is a wonderful online resource for cooks of all skill levels.
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