Fresh Cooked Collard Greens

Directions

1. 1
   Cut and wash large handful of fresh collard greens.
2. 2
   In large pot, brown sausage, onion and garlic.
3. 3
   If turkey sausage is used, add olive oil (or other oil) to coat pan and avoid sticking.
4. 4
   As ingredients cook on low heat, cut the greens by first cutting out the thick center stem, then cut the leaves in 1 to 2-inch pieces (small).
5. 5
   Begin adding the cut greens to the cooking sausage mixture.
6. 6
   Let saute just slightly, then add just enough water to prevent any sticking.
7. 7
   Greens should simmer until tender, from 30 minutes to 1 hour.
8. 8
   As they cook, add lemon juice, salt, pepper, small amount of cumin and hot pepper sauce to taste.
9. 9
   Hot pepper sauce is hot peppers in vinegar, canned.