GRANDMA'S COLLARD GREENS

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My grandmother made the best 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, 55-60 minutes or until meat is tender., Add collard greens, wine, and remaining lard. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 55-60 minutes or until greens are very tender. 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.

Sajid Khan Ainak wala
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Noluvuyo Ruth
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These collard greens are not as good as my grandmother's.


Arslan Qayyum
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my collard greens turned out bitter.


Talha Faisal
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These collard greens are a bit too spicy for my taste, but they're still very good.


babar sha
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I'm not a huge fan of collard greens, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The greens were cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing.


John Rightmeyer
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These collard greens are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so flavorful and satisfying.


Nijaine Alabs
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I've been looking for a good collard greens recipe for a while now and I'm so glad I found this one. These greens are amazing!


Logan Ritchie
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These collard greens are so easy to make and they're so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Khalil Hirtle
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I made these collard greens for my family last night and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


fredrick powell
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These collard greens are the best I've ever had! They're so flavorful and tender.