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Bowl of flavorful homemade Southern collard greens served with a rustic backdrop.

Southern Collard Greens

These Southern collard greens are a heartwarming connection to family traditions, featuring tender greens simmered in savory broth with a tangy twist from apple cider vinegar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound collard greens, cleaned and chopped (stems removed) Can substitute with kale or mustard greens.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or bacon grease for a Southern touch)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth Substitute with water if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional for a hint of sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
  • To taste salt & pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil (or bacon grease) in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until aromatic.
  4. Add the chopped collard greens to the pot and stir together.
  5. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
Cooking
  1. Cover the pot and let the greens cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Once tender, add apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir and let simmer for another 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to add hot sauce for extra kick or smoked sausage for depth. Cook a big batch and store leftovers in the fridge; flavors marry beautifully over time.

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