Southern Collard Greens

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A must-eat dish on New Year's day.

Submitted by Tina V Hare

Updated on June 10, 2024

8

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

3 hrs

Total Time:

3 hrs 10 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 ½ quarts water
1 ½ pounds ham hocks
4 pounds collard greens, rinsed and trimmed
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (Optional)
¼ cup vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

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.
Add the collards and the hot pepper flakes the pot. Simmer covered for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Add the vegetable oil and simmer covered for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

471	Calories
34g	Fat
17g	Carbs
27g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
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.

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