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Southern Collard Greens

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Southern Collard Greens

Slow-simmered greens with deep flavor from the American South.

~75 mintotal~81 kcalper serving~10g protein~10g carbs~1g fat

Estimated. Worked out from the ingredients using the UK food composition tables, so treat it as a guide rather than a measurement. A typical recipe lands within about a quarter of the true figure. Makes about 4.

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch collard greens
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt & pepper
  • Optional: smoked turkey, bacon, mushrooms, red pepper flakes

Cooking Steps

  1. Wash greens thoroughly and remove tough center stems

  2. Heat oil, cook onion and garlic until softened

  3. Add collards, stock, vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper

  4. Simmer covered 45-60 minutes until tender

  5. Add optional meat during simmering

Optional Enhancements

  • Vegetarian: add smoked paprika & mushrooms
  • Spicy: add chili flakes or hot sauce
  • Sweet-savory: add a splash of maple syrup

Plant & Growing Tips

  • Collard Greens: Cool-weather crop. Sow late summer for fall harvest. Frost improves flavor. Space 18 inches apart

Natural Pest Control

  • Floating row covers prevent cabbage moths
  • Crushed eggshells deter slugs
  • Companion plant with onions or garlic

Harvest

  • Harvest lower leaves first, leaving crown to continue growing
  • Best flavor after light frost

Storing & Freezing

Refrigerate up to 5 days. Freezes well for 3 months.

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