Bourbon Braised Collard Greens

By Trenchman1

Ingredients

• 3 large bundles of collard greens well washed
• 4 slices of bacon chopped
• 1/2 onion sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic peeled and smashed
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey
• Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Remove Stems from green and discard
In a large pot over medium heat, add bacon, onion, and garlic. Render bacon until crisp and onion is tender. About 6 minutes
Stir in brown sugar, vinegar, broth, and bourbon. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and stir in collard green in batches.
Cover and cook on low for 1 1/2hours until tender and soft.