Perfect Mixed Greens
Serves: 4
Jonathan Flatley
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
48
Spice
55
Sweetness
40
Sourness
42
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Prep time (avg)
3.6
Difficulty
Ingredients:
2 bunches
Collard Greens2 bunches
Mustard Green2 bunches
Turnip Greens1
Salt4 cups
Chicken Broth (divided)1 cup
Vegetable Oil4 cloves
Garlic (sliced)1 cup
Real Bacon Bits (cooked)1 cup
White SugarDirections:
1
Pull the leaf portions of the collard, mustard, and turnip greens away from the tough stems, and discard the stems
2
Gently wash the greens in warm water to remove all soil and sand
3
Partially fill a clean sink with warm water, and stir in 3 tablespoons of salt and 2 cups of chicken broth; allow greens to soak in the mixture for 10 minutes
4
Scoop up the greens and allow to drain in a colander; discard used chicken broth
5
Do not rinse the greens
6
Pour the remaining 2 cups of chicken broth into a large pot, and mix in the greens
7
Stir in vegetable oil, garlic, bacon bits, and sugar, and season with salt and black pepper
8
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the greens are tender, stirring occasionally, 45 minutes to 1 hour