Best 3 Melt In Your Mouth Collards Recipes

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**Melt-in-Your-Mouth Collards: A Southern Delicacy**

Collard greens, a staple in Southern cuisine, are renowned for their robust flavor and versatility. This article presents a collection of mouthwatering collard recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From traditional Southern-style collards cooked with smoked turkey or ham hocks to lighter, healthier variations featuring fresh herbs and vegetables, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer your collards simmered in a rich, savory broth or sautéed with a touch of spice, this article has something for every collard enthusiast. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Southern cooking.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MELT IN YOUR MOUTH CREPES



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A traditional English breakfast pancake. Roll up with sugar and lemon, or fill with your favorite cheese, lingonberries, or Nutella®! My kids love these!

Provided by wendy

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Crepes     Savory

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
2 eggs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 dash vanilla extract
1 cup milk
cooking spray (such as Pam®)

Steps:

  • Mix flour, 1 cup milk, and eggs together in a large bowl. Stir butter, sugar, and vanilla extract into flour mixture until smooth. Add remaining 1 cup milk; mix until just blended.
  • Heat a cast iron crepe pan over medium heat; spray surface with cooking spray. Pour a thin and even layer of batter onto the heated pan; fry for 30 to 60 seconds on each side. Repeat with remaining batter, spraying the pan between each batch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 125.7 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 147.3 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

MELT IN YOUR MOUTH COLLARDS



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My mother has always cooked her collards this way. It was UNHEARD of to boil collards at our house! She passed this down to me and it is too good to share!

Provided by jwilhunt

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 3h55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 heads collard greens
1 cup pork fatback or 1 cup bacon drippings
4 tablespoons sugar
salt & pepper
water (as needed.. see below)

Steps:

  • Wash and cut up the collards. Remove any large stems. (I wash mine on gentle in my washing machine with no soap. It gets them really clean.).
  • Preheat an electric frying pan to 350 degrees. Add the fatback/bacon drippings. You can also use hog jowl drippings.
  • Add collards. You will not have enough room in the frying pan, so you will have to repeat this step several times to get all of the collards in the pan.
  • Add about 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Cover and let the collards cook down.
  • Check and stir your collards often, adding new collards when the previous batches cook down. Keep a decent amount of water in the collards. (Enough to steam them, but not boil them.)
  • Once you have all of the collards in the pan, turn the pan to about 300 and let them simmer for about 3 hours. Remember to check them and stir them frequently.
  • These are great with pepper vinegar!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.9, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 30.4, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 9.2, Protein 4

GRANDMA'S SOUTHERN COLLARD GREENS



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My grandmother made the best southern collard greens recipe in the world. Eating them with a slice of buttermilk cornbread is pure bliss. -Sherri Williams, Crestview, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons lard or shortening, divided
1 large onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 pounds smoked ham hocks
6 cups water
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 large bunch collard greens (about 2 pounds), coarsely chopped
1-1/2 cups white wine

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon lard over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Add ham hocks, water, seasoned salt, pepper flakes, and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until meat is tender, 55-60 minutes., Add collard greens, wine, and remaining 1 Tbsp. lard. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until greens are very tender, 55-60 minutes. Remove meat from bones; finely chop and return to pan. Discard bones. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Tips:

- Choose tender collard greens: Look for deep green, unblemished leaves with no signs of wilting or yellowing. - Remove the tough stems: Collard greens have tough stems that need to be removed before cooking. To do this, hold the leaf at the base and run a sharp knife along the stem, starting from the bottom and working your way up. - Wash the collard greens thoroughly: Collard greens can harbor dirt and grit, so it's important to wash them thoroughly before cooking. Rinse the leaves under cold water, swishing them gently to remove any debris. - Cook the collard greens until they are tender: Collard greens can take some time to cook until they are tender. The exact cooking time will depend on the age and toughness of the leaves. A general rule of thumb is to cook them for at least 1 hour, or until they are easily pierced with a fork. - Season the collard greens to taste: Collard greens can be seasoned with a variety of spices and herbs. Some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and chili powder. You can also add a bit of vinegar or lemon juice for a tangy flavor.

Conclusion:

Melt-in-your-mouth collard greens are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their tender texture and flavorful taste, they are sure to be a hit at your next meal. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your collard greens, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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