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Collard Greens

Tender, smoky, and perfectly seasoned, these collard greens are slow-simmered with a smoked turkey leg, garlic, and apple cider vinegar to create a soulful, nourishing side dish with deep Southern roots.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds fresh collard greens stemmed and chopped
  • 1 smoked turkey leg or wing
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 6 cups chicken broth or water
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Simmer the smoked turkey in broth until it releases its smoky flavor, about 30 minutes.
  • Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent.
  • Gradually add the collard greens, stirring to wilt them down.
  • Season with vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, then simmer uncovered for 45–60 minutes until tender.
  • Remove the turkey, shred the meat, discard bones, return the meat to the pot, and simmer 5 more minutes to combine flavors.