Kickin' Collard Greens
What you need:
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3 to 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 lb. collard greens, cut into 2-inch pieces (I get the precut, prerinsed kind)
Directions:
- Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook until crisp.
- Remove and let drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Add onion to stockpot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Then add garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
- Add collard greens and fry until they start to wilt.
- Pour in chicken broth. Add bacon, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 45 minutes or until greens are tender.
Recipe from AllRecipes