Collard Greens

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 pieces pork bacon, chopped
  • 1 large bunch (about 12 ounces) collard greens, washed, stems removed and chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, but controls bitterness)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Dash of hot sauce to finish the dish

Directions

  1. In a large stock pot over medium-high heat, warm oil then add bacon and cook until crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the greens and stir until lightly coated in the oil.
  3. Pour in vegetable stock. Add in garlic, brown sugar (if using), red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. 
  4. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook for an additional 30 minutes until greens are tender, to taste. 
  5. Adjust seasoning and add a dash of hot sauce before serving.

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