KICKIN' COLLARDS
As a youngster, I couldn't bear the thought of eating green leafy vegetables, especially collard greens. I would rather have a tooth pulled out. But my daughter in law whipped up a batch that smelled scrumptious, and the first time I tried them I was hooked. She was an incredible cook, and later went on to become a chef at...
Provided by Christine Sanchez
Categories Vegetables
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Rinse collard greens thoroughly in cold water. Remove stalk, tear leaves into large pieces, set aside. Rinse again and drain.
- 2. Cook bacon until crisp. When it's cool to the touch, crumble into chunks. Save drippings
- 3. In a large pot add olive oil over medium heat, add garlic and saute until garlic is light golden color. Add collard leaves and toss until wilted, stirring constantly. Add bacon drippings and you may add garlic powder if you like, and keep tossing until all the leaves are wilted and dark green color.
- 4. Add 2 tablespoons of Knorr's Tomato flavored Chicken broth which you can usually find in the Latin section of most grocery stores.
- 5. Add 3 cups of water, diced onions, and bacon crumbles. Cover pot and bring to a slow boil, then reduce heat and cook until done, the leaves will be a dark olive green in color.
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Indira Aernyi
[email protected]These collards were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.
Idah Kasongo
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow, but the collards were a bit tough. I might cook them for a shorter amount of time next time.
Yancy Marquez
[email protected]I thought the collards were a bit bland. I might add more spices next time.
Sharon Clemons
[email protected]These collards were a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed them.
dave huver
[email protected]I love collard greens and this recipe did not disappoint. They were so good!
ABDULMAJEED MUHAMMAD
[email protected]The collards were flavorful and had a nice kick to them. I would definitely make them again.
Muhammed Tesfaw
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of collard greens, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. They were really good!
Aakash Acharya
[email protected]These collards were amazing! I served them at my Thanksgiving dinner and everyone loved them.
Jahanzib Raja
[email protected]I liked the flavor of the collards, but they were a bit tough. I might cook them for a shorter amount of time next time.
Frank_Lion1
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the collards turned out delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ghumnaam007
[email protected]I thought the collards were a bit bland. I might add more spices next time.
Fillali Bouchra
[email protected]These collards were a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed them.
Munaza Batool
[email protected]This was my first time cooking collard greens, and they turned out great! I'll definitely be making them again.
Md Yasher ta
[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!
Poppy Sweet
[email protected]These collards are so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use my slow cooker to make them.
Legend Bunda
[email protected]I've tried many collard greens recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The chipotle peppers add a nice kick, and the bacon gives it a smoky flavor.
Irfan Nasir
[email protected]These collard greens were a hit at my dinner party! They had the perfect balance of spice, smokiness, and sweetness.