Southern Collard Greens Classic (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/2 cup white distilled vinegar
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3 tablespoons salt
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2 bunches fresh collard greens (about 2 lbs each before removing stems)
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1/2 cup finely diced onions
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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4-5 cups chicken broth (can replace 1 cup with water if desired)
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1 fully-cooked smoked turkey leg or wing (about 13 oz)
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1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
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Applewood smoked salt and black pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
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Prepare the collard greens bath by filling your kitchen sink with cool water and adding vinegar and salt. Remove the collard greens from the stems by folding them in half lengthwise and pulling the leaf away from the stem. Place the greens into the prepared water bath, swish them around to loosen dirt, and let soak for 15-20 minutes. Drain and repeat with clean water as needed until free of dirt. Rinse each leaf thoroughly, then tear into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
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In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add diced onions and saute until tender. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and add the smoked turkey leg. Bring to a boil. Add the collard greens, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 1 hour or until the greens reach desired tenderness, stirring occasionally. Stir in vinegar, smoked salt, and black pepper to taste. Serve with pieces of the smoked turkey leg and optional hot sauce.
# Notes:
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To cook the collard green stems, dice them and simmer in water or broth until very tender. They can be eaten as-is or stirred into the greens or other dishes.