Collard Greens

6 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh collard greens
  • 1 medium piece salt pork
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon bacon drippings, butter or margarine
  • Pinch sugar (optional)

Directions

  1. 1
    Strip the stems from the greens (unless they are very tender) and wash thoroughly.
  2. 2
    Place the greens in a saucepan and add the pork, water, and salt.
  3. 3
    Cook, covered, for 45 minutes over medium heat or until tender.
  4. 4
    Remove the pork and pour the greens into a colander to drain.
  5. 5
    Place the greens in a pan and chop, scissor-like with 2 knives.
  6. 6
    If necessary, add more salt, to taste.
  7. 7
    Keep hot and add the bacon drippings and a pinch of sugar.

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