Best 5 Big Bs Collard Greens Recipes

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Collard greens, a staple in Southern cuisine, have earned a reputation for their robust flavor and nutritional value. If you're craving a hearty and flavorful dish, look no further than "Big B's Collard Greens." This beloved recipe, originating from the kitchens of Big B, a renowned Southern chef, offers a unique blend of spices and techniques that elevate the humble collard greens to an unforgettable culinary experience. Join us as we explore the secrets behind Big B's collard greens and guide you through the steps to create this delectable dish in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BIG B'S COLLARD GREENS



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Never had a complaint. The broth comes out like soup and here it is an old remedy for what ever ails you.

Provided by Brian W.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 quart chicken stock
3 small ham hocks
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon black pepper
water
1 bunch collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
salt to taste
hot pepper sauce to taste

Steps:

  • Pour chicken stock into a large pot, and add ham hocks onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, vinegar, black pepper, and enough water to cover ham hocks. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer for 1 to 2 hours to create the broth.
  • Remove ham hocks from broth. Pull meat from hocks. Add meat and collard greens to the broth. Simmer for 1 to 5 hours, depending on the texture you prefer. Salt to taste, and serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 397 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

BIG B'S COLLARD GREENS



Big B's Collard Greens image

Never had a complaint. The broth comes out like soup and I here it is an old remedy for what ever ails you.

Provided by Big quotBquot

Categories     Ham

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 Quarts, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 large collard greens, leaves rinsed and chopped
1 quart chicken stock
3 small ham hocks
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
salt
hot sauce or pepper sauce
water

Steps:

  • Add ham hocks to large pot and add chicken stock, onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, black pepper and enough water to cover ham hocks. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer, simmer for 1 to 2 hours to create the broth. Take out ham hocks and pull any meat from hocks and replace to pot. Add collard greens and vinegar and simmer from 1 hour to 5 hours depending on the texture you prefer. Salt to taste and serve. I like to serve them in a bowl and add hot or pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 2.4, Sodium 115.3, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 2.2

BIG B'S COLLARD GREENS



Big B's Collard Greens image

Never had a complaint. The broth comes out like soup and here it is an old remedy for what ever ails you.

Provided by Brian W

Categories     Greens Side Dishes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 quart chicken stock
3 small ham hocks
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon black pepper
water
1 bunch collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
salt to taste
hot pepper sauce to taste

Steps:

  • Pour chicken stock into a large pot, and add ham hocks onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, vinegar, black pepper, and enough water to cover ham hocks. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer for 1 to 2 hours to create the broth.
  • Remove ham hocks from broth. Pull meat from hocks. Add meat and collard greens to the broth. Simmer for 1 to 5 hours, depending on the texture you prefer. Salt to taste, and serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 397 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

BOB'S COLLARD GREENS



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The hubbie makes these and they are sooooo good. You can substitute olive oil for the butter and they'll be vegan.

Provided by Tinalovespasta

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 1/2 c, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bunch collard greens (big bunch)
3 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Chop the collard greens, stems and all, into bite sized pieces.
  • Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil. Pour in the collards and boil for 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile prepare the sauce.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  • Once the greens are done drain them and return them to the pot.
  • Pour the sauce over them and keep warm until you're ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.4, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 168, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3.8, Protein 2.1

BIG MAMA'S COLLARD GREENS



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 units smoked turkey drumsticks
2 containers chicken broth
1 units onion
1 cups vinegar
1 units salt
1 teaspoons sugar
3 pounds collard

Steps:

  • Boil turkey pieces in chicken broth for 15-20 min. to soften turkey meat. Add onions, vinegar, salt and pepper, and sugar. Boil for another 5 minutes.
  • Add cleaned and cut collard greens and 2 cups of water. Lower heat to low/medium and cook for about 2 hours or until greens are very dark colored.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right collard greens: Look for collard greens that are deep green in color and have no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the collard greens thoroughly: Collard greens can be gritty, so it's important to wash them thoroughly before cooking.
  • Remove the tough stems: The stems of collard greens can be tough, so it's best to remove them before cooking.
  • Cook the collard greens until they are tender: Collard greens should be cooked until they are tender, but not mushy.
  • Season the collard greens to taste: Collard greens can be seasoned with a variety of spices and herbs, such as salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and bacon.

Conclusion:

Collard greens are a delicious and nutritious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Collard greens can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most popular method is to braise them with bacon or ham hocks. Collard greens can also be added to soups, stews, and casseroles. No matter how you choose to cook them, collard greens are a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.

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