Southern Style Collard Greens
southern style collard greens
SouthernOtherEasy30 min
Ingredients
Servings
4
- 1 large bunch (about 3 pounds) of collard greens
- 1 smoked ham hock
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons of minced fresh garlic
- 3 teaspoons of cider vinegar
- 3 teaspoons of dark corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper
- A few dashes hot pepper sauce
Instructions
- 1
Cut off and discard base of stems on the greens, then coarsely chop the upper stems and leaves.
- 2
Wash several times in cold water and drain thoroughly.
- 3
Place 1 packed cup of greens in a blender or food processor and puree and set aside.
- 4
Place the remaining greens and ham-hock in a large pot and cover with water.
- 5
Bring greens to a rolling boil and add the onions, garlic, vinegar, corn syrup and seasonings to taste, reduce heat to medium.
- 6
Add the pureed collards.
- 7
Cover and cook for 2 hours or until cooked down and tender.
Tags
southern
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