COLLARD GREENS

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh collard greens
  • 1 oz. bacon grease
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt,
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 6 oz. ham or hamhock
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 quart water

Preparation

Step 1

Pull leaves off collard stems and discard stems. Coarsely chop or tear collards. Wash thoroughly in cold water and drain. Place all ingredients in stock pot. Bring to a boil and then cook at a slow boil for 2 hours or until tender.