Southern Cooked Greens Recipe

Name: Southern Cooked Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound chopped bacon; 3 cups chopped yellow onions; Salt; Freshly ground pepper; Cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 6 cups water; 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar; 6 pounds assorted greens, such as mustard greens, collard greens, turnip greens, kale and spinach, washed and stemmed

Servings: persons

1/2 pound chopped bacon
3 cups chopped yellow onions
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
Cayenne pepper
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 tablespoon minced garlic
6 cups water
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
6 pounds assorted greens, such as mustard greens, collard greens, turnip greens, kale and spinach, washed and stemmed

1
In a large pot, saute the bacon until slightly crisp.
2
Add the onions and season with salt, pepper and cayenne pepper.
3
Cook 6 to 7 minutes, until the onions are wilted and golden.
4
Add the brown sugar and stir to dissolve.
5
Add the shallots and garlic.
6
Cook for 2 minutes.
7
Add the water and vinegar and mix well.
8
Begin adding the greens, a third at a time, pressing them down as they begin to wilt.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, uncovered, until the greens are soft, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
11
Serve hot.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound chopped bacon, 3 cups chopped yellow onions, Salt, Freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Southern Cooked Greens falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Southern Cooked Greens

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