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