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Collard Green Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from the Southern United States, collard greens are a staple in Southern cuisine, often associated with comfort food and family gatherings. This soup represents the resourcefulness of Southern cooking, utilizing humble ingredients to create a hearty and nourishing dish. Today, collard green soup is enjoyed in various forms, reflecting both traditional recipes and modern interpretations.

SouthernUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 roll package of sausage (Smithfield)
1/2 large onion
1 can light red kidney beans
1 can navy beans
1 can Black Eyed Peas
1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (mild)
1 can Margaret Holmes seasoned collard greens
1 container (32 oz) chicken broth

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium and more flavorful.

collard greens

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: mustard greens

Kale is more nutrient-dense, while mustard greens are often less expensive.

1

Start by cooking the sausage in a cast enamel Dutch oven over medium heat, breaking it up and browning it.

2

Chop and add 1/2 of a large onion to the sausage, continuing to cook until the onion is softened.

3

Add 1 can of light red kidney beans, 1 can of navy beans, and 1 can of Black Eyed Peas (all rinsed and drained) to the pot, stirring to combine with the sausage.

4

Add 1 can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (mild) to the mixture and stir well.

5

Add 1 can of Margaret Holmes seasoned collard greens to the pot, mixing it in with the other ingredients.

6

Pour in 1 container (32 oz) of chicken broth, ensuring no extra salt or seasoning is needed.

7

Bring the mixture to a low simmer (about 3 on the stove), partially cover, and let it cook for 30 minutes.

8

After 30 minutes, check the soup; it should be well combined and aromatic.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

cast enamel Dutch oven

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Collard Greens SoupSouthern Collard Green Soup

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