Collard Greens

Ingredients & Supplies

• 1 pound collard greens, washed and chopped
• 1 pound bacon, diced
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 3-4 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning (Tony's)
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 large pot

Instructions

1. Prepare your ingredients first! Slice the onion into small pieces.
2. Slice the raw bacon into 1 inch pieces.
3. In a large pot, cook the bacon over high heat just before crispy.
4. Remove the bacon from pan and set aside. Drain all grease from the pot. It's ok of there is a little grease left in the pot.
5. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until translucent.
6. Add the collard greens to the pot and stir to combine.
7. Add the chicken broth and all seasonings to the pot. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low.
8. Cover and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.