COLLARD GREENS: THANKSGIVING/HOLIDAY RECIPE SIDES PART 1

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is rich in healthy fats.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

Cook smoked turkey (or meat of choice) for 30-40 minutes on medium heat prior to adding greens, depending on toughness.

Add collard greens to the pot with the cooked meat.

Cook greens for 1.5 hours, adjusting time based on desired tenderness.

Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the greens.

Stir in granulated chicken bouillon, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar, and Lawry's seasoned salt.

Pour in 2 cups of water and mix well.

Optionally, add bacon drippings and baking soda to help clean and tenderize the greens.

Cover and continue cooking until greens are tender.

Cooking Techniques

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