Crop of the Week
Mixed Greens
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition
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mixed greens
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1⁄3 cup cold bacon grease (3 big spoonfuls)
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1⁄2 cup ham stock or 1/2 cup chicken broth
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salt and pepper
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2 pinches sugar
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Fill sink with cold water.
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Put in greens, making sure they have room to float.
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The greens will rise to the top, while the dirt will sink.
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Let greens sit in water for about 20 minutes.
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Scoop out greens being careful not to stir up the dirt on bottom.
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If they still look dirty, change water and repeat process.
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Finish the cleaning by rinsing under running water.
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Tear greens into pieces, throwing away thick veins and stems.
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In a large pot, heat the bacon grease over med-high.
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Add the greens and toss well with bacon grease for a couple of minutes.
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Add ham stock, salt and pepper and sugar and stir.
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Cover and simmer gently until very tender (DO NOT BOIL).
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As the greens cook, they will produce a lot of liquid that will cook down. Add water as needed to prevent burning, but only use what is necessary so your pot liquor won't be watered down.
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Cook time will vary but usually about 3 hours The flavor of collards is much better if you can cook for about 6 hours.
