how to cook collard greens

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Collard Greens, Southern Cooking, Vegetable Recipe, Cooking Greens, Healthy Recipe

Experiment with different seasonings and additions, such as vinegar or hot sauce, to customize your collard greens.

Roughly chop collard greens into bite

Choose dark green, firm leaves with no yellowing or wilting. Avoid leaves with holes or blemishes for the best flavor and texture.

Collard greens are done when they are tender but not mushy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Thoroughly wash collard greens under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Remove tough stems before cooking.

Roughly chop collard greens into bite

Roughly chop collard greens into bite

Collard Greens, Southern Cooking, Vegetable Recipe, Cooking Greens, Healthy Recipe

Garlic, onion, and smoked meat (like ham hock or turkey neck) are key for adding depth of flavor to your collard greens.

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