Turnip Greens

Directions

1. 1
   Wash greens in cold water to remove grit or any dirt.
2. 2
   In a large pot filled 3/4 full of water, add the bacon grease and salt. Bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Add the greens by the handful to the pot, letting them have a
4. 4
   little time to start to cook down before adding more.
5. 5
   When pot is full, you will need to poke the greens down for a few minutes as they like to come to the top of the pot and run over.
6. 6
   Add 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda to the greens to take the bitterness out.
7. 7
   Cook at a boil until greens are tender, perhaps a half hour.
8. 8
   Drain well.
9. 9
   While greens are draining in the colander, cut them up using two knives.