Collards With Bacon

[Roxy15]

Collards With Bacon:

 

Ingredients:

 

1 T. Butter

19 Slices Bacon, Chopped

1 Onion, Diced

1-lb. Collard Greens

2 Cloves Garlic

1-1/4 Cups Chicken Broth

Salt & Pepper, To Taste

 

Directions:

Wash greens and using a sharp knife, cut out the woody stem. Cut into 3/4" pieces.

Cook chopped bacon and butter over medium heat in a pan until crisp. Remove a few slices for garnish.

Add onions to bacon grease and cook until softened, about 3 minutes

Add greens and garlic Cook until slightly wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Add broth, cover and cook over a low simmer 35-40 minutes or until tender.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

[DevoHusker]

I had not tried collard greens until only a couple years ago...they are amazing, and I eat them regularly now. Thanks!

[admo]

Thanks

 

I prefer them not as tender and wilted.  I have always boiled them for 10 minutes first, then drained, then into the saute mixture (olive oil, garlic, onions - bacon optional).  It's a much vibrant green and slightly crisp.  The saute flavor really comes out that way.  It's delicious.

 

I will try out your recipe though.