In the realm of Southern cuisine, collard greens and ham reign supreme. These classic comfort foods embody the essence of soul food, offering a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that warm the heart and soul. Collard greens, with their earthy, slightly bitter taste, provide a robust base for the dish, while ham infuses it with a savory, smoky richness. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or crave a modern twist, this article presents a diverse collection of crock-pot collard greens and ham recipes that cater to every palate.
From the classic Southern recipe that pays homage to culinary heritage to variations that incorporate unexpected ingredients like apples or bacon, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. Discover the secrets to achieving tender, flavorful collard greens that melt in your mouth, and explore the art of balancing the smokiness of ham with the natural sweetness of collard greens.
Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to expand your repertoire or a novice eager to master this Southern staple, this article serves as your ultimate guide to crafting delectable crock-pot collard greens and ham. Prepare to embark on a journey of taste and tradition as you explore these carefully curated recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this beloved dish.
SLOW-COOKER COLLARD GREENS AND HAM HOCKS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: collard green, large yellow onion, ham, brown sugar, black pepper, salt, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth
Provided by Pierce Abernathy
Categories Sides
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Remove the stems from the collard greens, then stack the leaves on top of each other and roughly chop.
- Add the collard greens to a slow cooker with the onion, ham hocks, brown sugar, pepper, salt, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the greens are tender.
- Remove the ham hocks from the slow cooker. Trim and discard any fat and bones. Roughly chop the meat and return to the greens. Toss to incorporate.
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 6 grams
CROCK-POT COLLARD GREENS AND HAM HOCKS
Tender collard greens and smoked ham hocks cooked in the slow cooker. The smokiness from the ham hocks is infused through the collard greens and it's cooked low and slow for tender, flavorful greens with a fraction of the effort!
Provided by I Heart Recipes
Categories Side Dish
Time 6h5m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the ham hocks, onions, garlic, and peppers into the slow cooker, then turn pour in 8 cups of water.
- Put the lid on the slow cooker, then set on high for 6 hours.
- After 4 hours the ham hocks should be tender and falling off of the bone.
- Start adding in the collard greens.
- Sprinkle in the salt & pepper, then add in the apple cider vinegar.
- Give everything a stir, then let cook for two more hours.
- Serve and enjoy!
SLOW-COOKED COLLARD GREENS
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To prepare the greens: cut away the tough stalks and stems from the collards, and discard any leaves that are bruised or yellow. Wash the collards thoroughly to remove the grit, 2 or 3 times, until the water runs clear. Dry thoroughly. Tear the leaves into large pieces.
- Place a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion, garlic, bay leaves, and ham hock. Cook until the onions are soft and starting to brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Pack in the greens, pushing them down into the pot. Add the broth, vinegar, and sugar. Bring up to a boil turning the greens over occasionally with a wooden spoon as they wilt. Lower to a simmer, cover the pot, and let cook for 45 minutes. Taste the "pot liquor" (broth) and check the seasoning, add salt and pepper. Cover and let cook for 15 more minutes. Remove the bay leaves and serve.
SLOW-COOKER COLLARD GREENS WITH HAM HOCKS RECIPE
Provided by Lisa Cericola
Time 9h15m
Yield Serves 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a 6-quart oval slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW 9 hours. Carefully remove ham hocks and all bits of bone before stirring greens after cooking. Cool ham hocks, and thoroughly remove all fat and bone; return meat to slow cooker. Stir into greens, and serve.
SLOW COOKER COLLARD GREENS
Got this from a coworker who made these for the office holiday potluck. Collard greens are cooked all day with ham shanks and pickled jalapeno. Yum!
Provided by TROMTEZ
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 8h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a large pot about 1/2 full with water. Place the ham shanks into the water, and as many of the greens as you can fit. Bring to a gentle boil.
- As soon as the greens begin wilting, start transferring the greens to the slow cooker. Alternate layers of greens with the ham shanks and jalapeno until the slow cooker is full. Stir in the baking soda, olive oil, pepper and garlic powder. Cover, and bring to a boil on High. Reduce heat to Low, and cook for 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 81.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CROCK-POT COLLARD GREENS
Greens are a stapple for every southern cook. If you want to make this a low fat side dish substitute a turkey neck for the ham hock.
Provided by cathy tate
Categories Vegetables
Time 6h20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Stem and chop collard greens. Stem and chop anaheim chile. Chop onion. Heat 1tsp olive oil in skillet; saute chile 30 sec ;saute onions 2 min ; saute garlic 30 sec.
- 2. Spray inside of crock-pot with cooking spray. Place chopped greens into crock-pot. Add ham hock. Add onion mixture, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Cover with a mixture of 50%/50% water/chicken broth to 1 inch above greens.
- 3. Cook on LOW 6 hours. Remove and discard ham hock.
SLOW-COOKER COLLARD GREENS WITH HAM
When it comes to greens, collards tend to live in the shadow of lettuce, spinach and even kale-except in the South. There, collard greens, which taste like a cross between kale and cabbage, star in a dish that inspires lots of love and plenty of controversy, too. One classic debate: Should collards be cooked until silken or left with a bit of texture? That's what we love about this recipe-it features all the rich savory flavor of the classic dish but is prepared using a simplified set-it-and-forget-it method that leaves room for customization. Those who like their collards meltingly tender should let their greens stew together with the ham bone and other ingredients until the six-hour point, while those who prefer a more toothsome texture can stop at four. So if you've been leaving collard greens on the grocery display, consider this your easy entry to enjoying this under-the-radar-but-totally-terrific veggie!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 4h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat until hot. Cook ham bone in oil 4 to 6 minutes, turning several times, until browned on all sides. Transfer to slow cooker.
- Add remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to same skillet. Add onions and pepper flakes; cook over medium heat 2 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until beginning to brown. Add garlic and brown sugar; cook 1 minute. Stir in broth; heat just to simmering. Stir in greens, a few handfuls at a time, until wilted slightly.
- Pour mixture around ham bone in slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until collards reach desired tenderness. Remove bone; chop ham from bone, and stir into greens. Stir in vinegar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 3/4 Cup, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
CROCK POT COLLARD GREENS AND HAM
An excellent choice as a side dish for fried catfish or pulled pork. Also goes well with cornbread to soak up the juices which are called "pot likker". When you eat this kind of food, you know you are living!
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Ham
Time 6h25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Note: be sure to rinse collards thoroughly before using.
- Remove any thick stems and tear or chop leaves into strips.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until the fat renders and bacon becomes translucent.
- Place bacon, with its drippings, into the bottom of the crock pot.
- Add the greens, ham hock, salt, pepper, and water into crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.
- Remove ham hock, discard skin and shred meat, returning meat to crock pot.
- Serve greens with minced onion, vinegar and Tabasco, if desired.
SOUTHERN STYLE COLLARD GREENS
Southern-style greens like my mama use to make.
Provided by tybright31
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 4h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine onions, ham hocks, and garlic in a stockpot; add chicken broth. Cook mixture over medium heat until meat is falling off the bone, about 2 hours.
- Stir collard greens, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper into the broth mixture; cook until greens have reached desired tenderness, about 2 more hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 33.9 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1686.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, flavorful ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final dish.
- Don't overcook the collard greens. They should be tender, but still have a little bit of crunch.
- Add some spice to the dish. A little bit of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper can really wake up the flavors.
- Serve the collard greens with some cornbread or mashed potatoes. This will make a hearty and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Crock Pot Collard Greens and Ham is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. The collard greens are tender and flavorful, and the ham adds a smoky and salty flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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