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Collard Greens with Bacon on a plate

Collard Greens with Bacon

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds fresh collard greens stems removed and chopped
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Method
 

  1. Cook bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving drippings.
  2. Cook onion in drippings until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add greens in batches, letting each wilt slightly to make room for more.
  4. Stir in broth, water, vinegar, and sugar; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low; add salt, pepper, and pepper flakes. Cover; simmer 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very tender.
  6. Return bacon during last 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning; serve with pot liquor.