New Years Black Eyed Peas with Collard Greens

smoked ham hock

🥗Healthier: turkey leg

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey leg reduces fat while still providing flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth maintains flavor for a vegetarian option.

Soak collard greens in cold water with a cap full of vinegar and kosher salt.

Prepare chicken stock by using the liquid from the smoked turkey leg, which adds flavor.

Soak black eyed peas overnight or use a 'hot flash' method to soak them quickly in about an hour.

Rinse and chop collard greens, removing tough stems.

Roll collard greens tightly and cut them into 1-inch pieces or smaller, depending on preference.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over low heat.

Peel and roughly chop onion, then add to the pot with the olive oil.

Sauté onion until translucent, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

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