Perfect Southern Greens (Kale, Beet, Collard Greens, Mustard) Recipe

Name: Perfect Southern Greens (Kale, Beet, Collard Greens, Mustard)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch kale; 1 bunch beet leaves (collards, mustard, turnip) or 1 bunch other greens (collards, mustard, turnip); 1 large onion, sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 jalapeno peppers, minced (discard seeds for less heat); 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup cubed ham (I used prepackage mini cubes); 3 slices bacon; 2 1/2 cups water (more if needed); salt and pepper; balsamic vinegar (optional)

Servings: persons

1 bunch kale
1 bunch beet leaves (collards, mustard, turnip) or 1 bunch other greens (collards, mustard, turnip)
1 large onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapeno peppers, minced (discard seeds for less heat)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup cubed ham (I used prepackage mini cubes)
3 slices bacon
2 1/2 cups water (more if needed)
salt and pepper
balsamic vinegar (optional)

1
Tear greens into large pieces and discard the thick vein. Add greens to a pot of boiling salted water (I use kosher salt). Let boil for about 6 minutes. Drain and Rinse.
2
While the greens are boiling, preheat a heavy skillet with olive oil, add onion and garlic; saute until onions are lightly brown, add minced jalapeno peppers and cook for an additional minute or two.
3
Put the sauteed onions in the slow-cooker then add the drained greens, ham, bacon, crushed red pepper and water.
4
Cook on high for 4 hours or until greens are tender.
5
Serve with balsamic vinegar, optional.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch kale, 1 bunch beet leaves (collards, mustard, turnip) or 1 bunch other greens (collards, mustard, turnip), 1 large onion, sliced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Perfect Southern Greens (Kale, Beet, Collard Greens, Mustard) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Perfect Southern Greens (Kale, Beet, Collard Greens, Mustard)

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