Collard Greens

Collard Greens

Miz Helen's Kitchen

Ingredients

16 cups Collard Greens washed, sliced 3/4 to 1 inch thick, stems removed

3 slices bacon, chopped

1 medium onion, medium chop

2 cups chicken stock

1 cup water

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees

Remove the stems from the collard greens

Soak the Collards for 10 minutes in ice cold water then wash the leaves

Cut the Collards in 3/4 inch to 1 inch strips

Cut the bacon in bite size pieces

Chop the onion in a medium chop

In a heavy Dutch Oven cook the bacon until it is crisp and remove to a draining towel

Add the onion to the Dutch Oven and saute the onion until almost clear

Add 1 cup Chicken Broth and get the goodies from the bottom of the pan

Add the prepared Collard Greens

Add the remainder cup of Chicken Broth and 1 cup of water

Bring to a boil until the Collard Greens are wilted

Stir well and cover

Place the Dutch Oven in a 325 degree oven and cook 1 hour

Remove from the oven, salt and pepper to taste

Add the drained bacon bites and stir well

These Collards will just melt in your mouth!

Recipe Tip

We always serve our Collard Greens with a side of HOT Pepper Sauce