Best 2 Collards Casserole Recipes

Collards casserole is a classic Southern dish that is made with collard greens, cheese, and a variety of other ingredients. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. There are many different ways to make collards casserole, but the basic ingredients are always the same. You will need collard greens, cheese, onion, garlic, and a few spices. You can also add other ingredients, such as bacon, sausage, or chicken. Collards casserole is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a delicious and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED GRITS AND COLLARDS CASSEROLE

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Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories side-dish

Time 7h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked yellow grits (not instant)
4 cups vegetable stock
Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unrefined coconut oil
2 shallots, small diced (1/2 cup)
One 10-ounce package frozen collards, thawed and squeezed dry
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup ricotta
1 cup grated aged Gouda
2 large eggs, beaten

Steps:

Add the grits, vegetable stock, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper to a 12-cup slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until tender, 5 to 6 hours. Now that the grits are done you can build the bake!
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Heat the coconut oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and saute until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the collards and the garlic, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Saute to remove excess water, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Add the heavy cream, collards, ricotta and half of the Gouda to the cooked grits, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Stir in the eggs and pour it all back into the skillet. Top with the remaining Gouda and bake until the center is just set and the top is golden brown, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve hot or warm.

COLLARDS CASSEROLE

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While looking to incorporate collard greens into my diet, I decided to try a cross between basic sauteed collards and a green bean casserole. The results were super tasty, remained fairly light, and are a recipe I'll use to fit a lot more leafy greens into my diet.

Provided by Lisa S

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion

Time 52m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 ½ tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup milk
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup minced red onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups chopped collard greens
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 cup French fried onions

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add flour slowly, stirring until it forms a thick paste, about 4 minutes. Whisk milk into the paste until smooth with a gravy consistency, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Melt 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute red onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until onion is browned, about 6 minutes.
Mix collard greens into the skillet, in batches if necessary. Cook and stir until slightly wilted and all greens fit in the skillet, about 2 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until greens are bright green and tender, 5 to 10 minutes more. Add enough gravy mixture to just coat the greens.
Transfer cooked greens to a baking dish small enough so the greens can be piled 1 to 1 1/2 inches deep. Cover with French fried onions and press into the dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until fried onions brown slightly, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 557.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

Choose fresh collard greens: Look for collard greens that are dark green in color and have no signs of wilting or yellowing.
Wash the collard greens thoroughly: Rinse the collard greens under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
Remove the tough stems from the collard greens: Use a sharp knife to remove the tough stems from the collard greens. This will make them easier to eat.
Chop the collard greens into bite-sized pieces: Cut the collard greens into small pieces, about 1-2 inches in size.
Cook the collard greens until they are tender: Collard greens can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as boiling, steaming, or sautéing. Cook them until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.
Use a variety of seasonings: Collard greens are a versatile dish that can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. Some popular seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and bacon.
Serve collard greens with a variety of sides: Collard greens can be served with a variety of sides, such as cornbread, mashed potatoes, or black-eyed peas.

Conclusion:

Collard greens casserole is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its rich flavor and healthy ingredients, collard greens casserole is a dish that everyone will enjoy.