Braised Greens

Name: Braised Greens
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 10 - 12 serving(s)
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, sliced; 1 sweet onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tsp. crushed red pepper; 2 bunches turnip, mustard, or collard greens, thick stems discarded and leaves chopped; 8 c. chicken stock; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

By Marian Cooper CairnsPublished: Oct 17, 2017

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Brian Woodcock

Yields:

10 - 12 serving(s)

Prep Time:

50 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Braised greens packed with savory slices of bacon make up this southern side dish.

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Ingredients

6 slices bacon, sliced
1 sweet onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 bunches turnip, mustard, or collard greens, thick stems discarded and leaves chopped
8 cups chicken stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Step 1Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until just beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate.
2. Step 2Add onion, garlic, and red pepper to pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Step 3Add greens, a handful at a time, stirring each addition just until wilted.
4. Step 4Add stock and cooked bacon; bring to a simmer.
5. Step 5Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until very tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.