Southern Style Collard Greens

1. 1

   Wipe each half with damp dishcloth.

2. 2

   Put leaves in kitchen sink; wash each leaf separately and put in a large dishpan; wipe each leaf and put with several leaves and roll them in a ball to cut evenly in small 1/2-inch strips.

3. 3

   With a sharp knife (the size you use for cole slaw); remove stalks and large stems from leaves before cutting.

4. 4

   Slice salt pork into small slices for frying.

5. 5

   If using ham hocks precook before preparing the greens.

6. 6

   Pour the cooked salt pork and fat into a large cooking pot; add the cut greens, the salt and water.

7. 7

   Cover and cook until tender over medium heat.

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