Southern Collards with Cornmeal Dumplings

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   For the collards: In a large pot, combine the turkey wings, broth, hot sauce (add more if you desire) and House Seasoning; simmer for 20 minutes.

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   Add the collards and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender, about 20 minutes more.

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   Stir in the butter.

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   Using a slotted spoon or tongs, remove the turkey wings and discard.

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   Transfer the collards to individual serving bowls, cover them with foil and keep warm.

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   Reserve 1/2 cup of the liquid for the dumplings and reserve the rest of the cooking liquid in the pot.

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   For the dumplings: Combine the cornmeal, flour, onions, salt and pepper in a bowl.

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   Stir in the 1/2 cup reserved collard liquid into the dry ingredients until just combined to form a thick batter.

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   Bring the collard broth back up to a boil and drop the dumpling batter into it, 1 teaspoon at a time.

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    Simmer until cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.

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    Cook's Note: Do not use a spoon to stir.

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    Gently shake the pot back and forth.

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    Using a spoon will tear the dumplings apart.

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    Transfer the dumplings to the bowls of collards.

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    Spoon some of the broth over the collards and dumplings and serve hot.

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    Mix the salt, pepper and garlic together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.