Ingredients
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1 bunch Collard Greens
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1 Sweet Onion
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4 Garlic
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1⁄2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
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Salt
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Hot Sauce
Directions
Full of protein, iron, calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, and every vitamin under the sun, collard greens are the bomb. Serve them with Southern-Style BBQ, Charleston Red Rice and Cornbread, or tossed with Spicy Sausage.
Steps
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To remove the tough stems of the collard greens, take a sharp knife and run it along the edge of each side of the stem, separating it from its leaf. |
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Then turn the knife lengthwise, cutting the collard leaves into 1⁄2-inch-wide strips. |
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Line a large skillet with 1⁄2 cup of water. |
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Add collards, onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes. |
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Cover and cook over high heat until water starts to boil. |
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Reduce heat to medium, cover, and continue to cook, incorporating and mixing ingredients with tongs every minute or so. |
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Cook until collards are dark green and onion is translucent, about 5 to 10 minutes. |
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Turn off heat, drain off any excess water, and add salt to taste. |
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Serve with hot sauce on the table for drizzling. |
