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Collard Greens
Collard Greens is a traditional American recipe (from the southern states) for a classic dish of collard greens slow-cooked with ham hocks until tender which is often referred to as the Mess o'Greens. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic American version of: Collard Greens.
prep time
20 minutes
cook time
60 minutes
Total Time:
80 minutes
Serves:
6
Rating: 
Tags : Pork RecipesUSA Recipes
This is a recipe for the classic Southern American "Mess o'Greens" which, itself is based on greens recipes brought over with African slaves. Indeed, greens-based stews remain a staple of the West African diet today.
Ingredients:
900g collard greens
2 ham hocks
salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings, such as: hot pepper sauce, vinegar, onions in vinegar, salsa, halved cherry tomatoes
Method:
Wash the greens very thoroughly, preferably soaking them in at least four changes of water. Remove any yellowed leaves and any of the harder stems.
Place the ham hocks in a large pot and add enough water to cover them. Season with salt, bring to a boil and cook for 30 minutes before adding the greens. Begin with the larger leaves, leaving the liquid to return to the boil before adding the remaining leaves. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure thorough cooking.
After about 45 minutes test for tenderness by piercing with a knife. Continue cooking if not ready. Drain the greens, (reserving the liquid) then shred the leaves. Place in a serving dish and add a little of the cooking liquid. Season to taste and serve immediately, with your choice of toppings.
