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Ingredients
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1 ½ quarts water
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1 ½ pounds ham hocks
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4 pounds collard greens, rinsed and trimmed
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½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (Optional)
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¼ cup vegetable oil
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
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Place the water and the ham hock in a large pot with a tight-fitting lid. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and simmer covered for 30 minutes.
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Add the collards and the hot pepper flakes the pot. Simmer covered for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Add the vegetable oil and simmer covered for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
471 | Calories |
34g | Fat |
17g | Carbs |
27g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 471 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 34g | 44% |
Saturated Fat 10g | 48% |
Cholesterol 77mg | 26% |
Sodium 130mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrate 17g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber 11g | 39% |
Total Sugars 1g | |
Protein 27g | 54% |
Vitamin C 108mg | 120% |
Calcium 453mg | 35% |
Iron 2mg | 8% |
Potassium 842mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.