How to Make Wilted Collards - A Step-by-Step Guide

Collard greens are a classic Southern staple, beloved for their hearty texture and earthy flavor. One of the most popular ways to prepare collards is by wilting them, which involves cooking them down until they are tender and flavorful. This simple yet delicious method of preparing collards makes them a perfect side dish for any meal, and they pair well with a variety of main courses.

Wilted collards are a great way to enjoy this nutritious leafy green, and they are surprisingly easy ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon, diced
  • 2 bunches collard greens, trimmed and chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place bacon in a large, deep pot; cook and stir over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Cook and stir collard greens, onion, garlic, and sugar into the cooked bacon. Cover pot and let mixture steam until collard greens are wilted, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove cover, raise heat to high, and cook until liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    114 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 305mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 144mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 268mg