Collard Greens

4 from 2 votes

Collard greens are a Southern classic, and this is my favorite way to make them! They’re smoky, savory, and perfect for serving alongside homemade cornbread.

Prep Time10

Cook Time2

Total Time2 10

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: collard greens

Servings: servings

Calories: 303kcal

Author: Kasey Schwartz

Equipment

6 Qt. Stockpot

Ingredients

3 Tablespoons bacon fat divided
1 large onion chopped
6 garlic cloves minced
1-1/2 pounds smoked ham hocks
6 cups water
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 large bunch collard greens about 2 pounds, coarsely chopped
1-1/2 cups chicken broth

Instructions

In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon bacon fat over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender.
3 Tablespoons bacon fat, 1 large onion, 6 garlic cloves
Add ham hocks, water, seasoned salt, pepper flakes, and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until meat is tender, 55-60 minutes.
1-1/2 pounds smoked ham hocks, 6 cups water, 2 teaspoons seasoned salt, 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon sugar
Add collard greens, chicken broth, and remaining 1 tbsp bacon fat. Return to a boil.
1 large bunch collard greens, 1-1/2 cups chicken broth
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until greens are very tender, 55-60 minutes. Remove meat from bones; finely chop and return to pan. Discard bones. Serve with a slotted spoon and cornbread

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