Classic Collard Greens

Bacon drippings and smoked turkey turn these greens into a side that can stand on its own.

Yield: 3 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons bacon drippings
• 2 cups chopped sweet onion
• 4 bunches collard greens, stemmed and chopped (about 32 cups)
• 1 smoked turkey leg
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• Slap Ya Mama Hot Cajun Seasoning

Instructions

1. In a large Dutch oven, heat bacon drippings over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 8 minutes.
3. Add collards in batches, stirring until wilted after each addition.
4. Add turkey leg, broth, salt and Slap Ya Mama Hot Cajun Seasoning; cover and cook until greens are tender, about 25 minutes.
5. Stir in vinegar.
6. Serve immediately.

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: Slap Ya Mama