BACON COLLARD GREENS

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Collard greens are a staple vegetable of southern cuisine. This side dish is often eaten alongside smoked or salt-cured meats, such as ham hocks, pork or fatback. -Marsha Ankeney, Niceville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds collard greens
4 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
1 cup chopped sweet onion
5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Trim thick stems from collard greens; coarsely chop leaves. In a Dutch oven, saute bacon for 3 minutes. Add onion; cook 8-9 minutes longer or until onion is tender and bacon is crisp. Add greens; cook just until wilted., Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until greens are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Don Vai
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These bacon collard greens were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly, and they turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Kasem Khan
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I love collard greens, but I've never tried them with bacon before. This recipe was a great way to change things up, and I'm so glad I did. The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor to the greens, and the whole dish was just perfect.


Elijah Kaberuka
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This recipe is a keeper! The collard greens were cooked to perfection, and the bacon added just the right amount of flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Jakir Hossain
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These bacon collard greens were a hit at my last potluck. Everyone raved about them, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I love how easy they are to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Tanja Perez
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I have been cooking collard greens for years, but this recipe takes them to a whole new level. The bacon adds a smoky, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the slightly bitter greens. I also love the addition of the red pepper flakes, which gives