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Phyllis’s Braised Collard Greens

Cost $12, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 135 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Meat

    • 2 pounds smoked ham hocks

  • Vegetables

    • 3 pounds collard greens - cleaned and cut

  • Seasoning

    • 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
    • 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste

  • Liquid

    • 💧 4 cups water

STEPS

1

Place smoked ham hocks in a large pot and add 4 cups of water. Cover and simmer over low heat until meat nearly pulls away from the bone, and the skin is a little tender, about 1 hour.

2

Remove ham hocks from the pot. Add collard greens and red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until tender, about 1 hour.

3

Add ham hocks back into the pot and cook for another 15 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

427

Calories

  • 45g
    Protein
  • 13g
    Carbs
  • 22g
    Fats

💡 Tips

To save time, use pre-washed and pre-cut collard greens available in grocery stores.Adding a splash of apple cider vinegar towards the end of cooking can enhance the flavor.The dish pairs well with cornbread for a complete Southern meal.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.