Easy Collard Greens

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This is an easy collard greens recipe the whole family will enjoy. Seasoning measurements are approximated. You can adjust them to your preferred taste.

Submitted by tammyhart
Updated on April 26, 2023
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 5 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 (1 pound) package washed and chopped collard greens

  • 4 bacon slices, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

  • 1 tablespoon onion powder

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 5 cups water, or as needed

Directions

  1. Combine collard greens, bacon, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, and cayenne pepper in a stockpot. Pour in enough water to cover greens completely. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until greens are tender, about 2 hours.

57 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

95 Calories
7g Fat
6g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 95
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 1006mg 44%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 3g 7%
Vitamin C 20mg 23%
Calcium 91mg 7%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 147mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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