Collard Greens

Recipe courtesy Paula Deen

Show: Food Network SpecialsEpisode: Paula's Cooking Class

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (24)

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Cook Time:
2 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 to 6 servings

Times:

Prep: 10 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 2 min
Total:: 12 min

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House Seasoning:

1 cup salt

1/4 cup black pepper

1/4 cup garlic powder

1/2 pound smoked meat (ham hocks, smoked turkey wings, or smoked neck bones)

1 tablespoon House Seasoning

1 tablespoon seasoned salt

1 tablespoon hot red pepper sauce

1 large bunch collard greens

1 tablespoon butter

To make the House Seasoning, mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

In a large pot, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil and add smoked meat, House Seasoning, seasoned salt and hot sauce. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 1 hour.

Wash the collard greens thoroughly. Remove the stems that run down the center by holding the leaf in your left hand and stripping the leaf down with your right hand. The tender young leaves in the heart of the collards don't need to be stripped. Stack 6 to 8 leaves on top of one another, roll up, and slice into 1/2 to 1-inch thick slices. Place greens in pot with meat and add butter. Cook for 45 to 60 minutes, stirring occasionally. When done taste and adjust seasoning.

Serve with favorite dish as a side.

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Jennifer Far Rockaway, NY 01-03-2009
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Almost, not quite
Rated: 3 stars out of 5

I did not try this receipe, but I reviewed it. I have been making collard greens for about 20 years. What happened to the... fresh onion and garlic, vinegar and pinch of sugar. Some people put salt pork for fat, but you can use butter and olive oil. This receipe did not scream southern to me.Read more
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chuck mission viejo, CA 07-05-2008
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Excellent start
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I ended up modifying this one a bit. Instead of the meat options specified, I used smoked bacon. I was able to find smoked... bacon pieces at albertsons for about 1.69/lb, not too bad... before tossing into the pot, I cooked the bacon halfway with small amounts of olive oil and worcestershire sauce. Turned out great!!Read more
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Tammy Summerville, SC 05-26-2008
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Great Collards!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I had never made collard greens before and this recipe was so simple that I decided this was the one to start off with. My... husband and grandma loved them! I cheat and use collards from a bag. I also add a little extra hot sauce for some kick. I haven't even thought about using another recipe because this one is so easy and delicious.Read more
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Toyshika Beltsville, MD 12-31-2007
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A++ (Excellent)
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

It's a good idea to stay off the phone, when cooking. I followed the recipe, but used all of the items called for in the... House Seasoning. Ha! I had to drain half the water, and it was fine. It was my first time making greens, and this is by far as good as my mother's recipe, perhaps even better! It should be a hit for New Year's dinner!Read more
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Anonymous 12-23-2007
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Tender At Last
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I have tried to cook collard greens many times, but they would always be tough. This recipe made come out very tender and... flavorful.Read more
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May La Qunta, CA 12-01-2007
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Example of too much salt
Rated: 1 stars out of 5

The instructions were followed exactly. The greens were not edible. They were way too salty! Either Paula Deen's people... didn't try the recipe or the food network didn't proof read the recipe.Read more