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Paula Deen Collard Greens Recipe

Paula Deen Collard Greens Recipe

The Paula Deen Collard Greens Recipe is a classic Southern side dish that is savory, flavorful and comforting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern American
Servings 8
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Prepare Greens
  • Wash collard greens thoroughly. Remove tough stems and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • Cook Smoked Meat
  • In a large pot cook ham hock or bacon over medium heat until fragrant.
  • Add Onion and Garlic
  • Add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft.
  • Add Broth and Seasoning
  • Pour in chicken broth add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  • Add Collard Greens
  • Add chopped greens to the pot. Stir to combine with the liquid and meat.
  • Simmer
  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat then reduce to low.
  • Cover and Cook
  • Cover and cook for 40–45 minutes until greens are tender.
  • Stir Occasionally
  • Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
  • Add Vinegar
  • Stir in apple cider vinegar at the end to enhance flavor.
  • Serve
  • Serve hot as a side with cornbread fried chicken, or barbecue.

Instructions
  

Prepare Greens

  • Wash collard greens thoroughly. Remove tough stems and chop into bite-sized pieces.

Cook Smoked Meat

  • In a large pot, cook ham hock or bacon over medium heat until fragrant.

Add Onion and Garlic

  • Add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft.

Add Broth and Seasoning

  • Pour in chicken broth, add salt, pepper and red pepper flakes if using.

Add Collard Greens

  • Add chopped greens to the pot. Stir to combine with the liquid and meat.

Simmer

  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low.

Cover and Cook

  • Cover and cook for 40–45 minutes until greens are tender.

Stir Occasionally

  • Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.

Add Vinegar

  • Stir in apple cider vinegar at the end to enhance flavor.

Serve

  • Serve hot as a side with cornbread, fried chicken or barbecue.

Notes

  • Remove stems for a tender texture.
  • Use smoked turkey instead of ham for a lighter version.
  • Add a pinch of sugar for a slightly sweet flavor.
  • For spicier greens, increase red pepper flakes.
  • Cook longer for softer, more flavorful greens.
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