Main Challenge: Spicy Southern Collard Greens with

Name: Main Challenge: Spicy Southern Collard Greens with Sweet Maple Cornbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 to 2-pound smoked salt pork (thickly sliced) or turkey wings; 1 onion, halved; 1 quart chicken broth; 1 teaspoon red chili flakes; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 pounds fresh collard greens, washed, stems removed and roughly chopped; 6 cloves garlic; Sweet Maple Cornbread, recipe follows; Cooking spray; 1 cup cornmeal; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 4 tablespoons maple syrup; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 cup oil; 2 eggs; 1 cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 to 2-pound smoked salt pork (thickly sliced) or turkey wings
1 onion, halved
1 quart chicken broth
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds fresh collard greens, washed, stems removed and roughly chopped
6 cloves garlic
Sweet Maple Cornbread, recipe follows
Cooking spray
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
4 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup oil
2 eggs
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, softened

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Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add the pork pieces and brown on both sides, about 6 to 8 minutes.
3
Add the onion, cut sides down, and brown, about 5 to 6 minutes.
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Stir in the chicken broth.
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Season with chili flakes, salt, vinegar and garlic powder.
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Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat to a simmer.
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Adjust seasoning, if desired.
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Add the collard greens and garlic cloves, stir to combine and cover.
9
Cook until greens are tender, approximately 35 to 45 minutes.
10
Remove the onion halves, garlic cloves, pork pieces, for better presentation.
11
Transfer the greens to a serving bowl.
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Sweet Maple Cornbread:
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Heat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat an 8 by 8-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
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In a large bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except the butter and pour into the pan.
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Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the cornbread is lightly golden brown.
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Once baked, remove from the oven and brush with butter.
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Serve immediately.
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 to 2-pound smoked salt pork (thickly sliced) or turkey wings, 1 onion, halved, 1 quart chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Main Challenge: Spicy Southern Collard Greens with Sweet Maple Cornbread falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Main Challenge: Spicy Southern Collard Greens with Sweet Maple Cornbread

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