Frances's Old Fashioned Collard Greens

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons corn oil
• 1 cup pork butt, sliced (3oz)
• 1/8 cup water
• 2-2 1/2 lbs collard greens (fresh produce)
• 4 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Directions

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a 4 quart pot. Add the meat and cook until partly browned on both sides, about 3 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simer for 15 minutes covered.

3. 3

   While the pork is cooking, wipe the collards with a damp towell, then wash two or three times until all the dirt and grit has been removed. Chop the greens.

4. 4

   Add the greens to the pot. Add the sugar and salt. Cook, covered over medium heat for 30-35 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain before serving, if desired.