Collard Greens Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the collard greens

   Start by rinsing the collard greens thoroughly under cold water to remove any grit. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Cook the bacon

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.

3. 3

   Sauté the onion and garlic

   Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

4. 4

   Combine ingredients

   Return the cooked bacon to the pot. Add the collard greens, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender.

6. 6

   Serve

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot as a side dish.