Deborah’s Slow-Cooker Collard Greens

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 0
Deborah's Slow-Cooker Collard Greens
in Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cans beef stock
1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
2 bunches collard greens , thinly sliced
2 bunches mustard greens , thinly sliced
2 bunches turnip greens , thinly sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
220
Sugar
4g
Fat
11g
Collard greens are a staple in Southern cuisine, often served alongside fried chicken, black-eyed peas, and cornbread. They are a versatile vegetable that can be boiled, sautéed, stir-fried, or slow-cooked like in this recipe. Adding ham and onions to the greens helps to enhance their flavor and makes them a more satisfying side dish. Deborah's Slow-Cooker Collard Greens are a classic example of Southern cooking and are a must-try for anyone looking to explore this regional cuisine.

Instructions

1.In a slow cooker, combine the beef stock, diced tomatoes with green chiles, chopped onion, diced ham, red wine vinegar, white sugar, garlic powder, seasoned salt, red pepper flakes, and bay leaf.
2.Stir in the collard greens, mustard greens, and turnip greens, coating them well with the liquid.
3.Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or until the greens are tender.
4.Serve hot as a side dish.

PROS

Deborah’s Slow-Cooker Collard Greens are easy to make and full of flavor.

They are a healthy way to enjoy your greens, as slow-cooking helps to retain their nutrients.

This dish is also a great way to use up any leftover ham you may have in the fridge.

CONS

This dish contains a fair amount of sodium due to the beef stock and seasoned salt.

It is also quite high in calories and fat due to the ham.

However, you can reduce the sodium content by using low-sodium beef stock and omitting the seasoned salt.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Collard greens, mustard greens, and turnip greens are all highly nutritious, containing high levels of vitamins A, C, and K, folate, and minerals such as calcium and iron.
Eating a diet rich in these vegetables has been linked to numerous health benefits, including a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.

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