Collard greens in a white bowl.

Collard Greens

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How to make the best Southern Collard Greens! Full of flavorful ingredients and easy to make.

Ingredients 

  • 2 bunches Collard Greens
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup Onions Diced
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 4-5 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 Turkey Leg Fully-cooked
  • 1 Tbsp White Distilled Vinegar
  • Salt To taste
  • Ground Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add onions and saute until tender.
  • Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until garlic is fragrant.
  • Pour in the broth and add the turkey leg. Bring to a boil.
  • Add collard greens and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Cover and cook collard for 1 hour (or longer depending on your desired tenderness), stirring regularly.
  • Once done, stir and then taste the broth and the greens. (add a little water if the broth is too bold for your liking)
  • Stir in vinegar and smoked salt, and black pepper if desired.
  • Serve collard greens with pieces of the smoked turkey leg and hot sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Collard Greens
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
263
Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
100
mg
33
%
Sodium
 
815
mg
35
%
Potassium
 
593
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
30
g
60
%
Vitamin A
 
3882
IU
78
%
Vitamin C
 
28
mg
34
%
Calcium
 
211
mg
21
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Bell Pepper, Chicken Broth, Collard Greens, Garlic, Olive Oil, Onion, Red Pepper Flakes, Salt, Turkey, White Distilled Vinegar
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