Recipezaar: Collards,Southern U.S. recipes

Collard Greens a la Carol

Tue, 08 May 2001 17:30:19 -0400

I can eat all of these in a single sitting when I'm really craving collards! -- posted by Carol Bullock

Memaw's Collard Greens

Thu, 17 May 2001 18:35:13 -0400

My Memaw was a great cook of southern soul food and she taught me this recipe. When I got married, I made it a tradition in my family. The kids know the minute they walk into the house that Dad's making greens (the aroma fills the air). And no matter where we have our holiday meals or who is in charge of the menu, I insist on bringing the greens. -- posted by Mark H.

Best Ever Collard Greens

Thu, 08 Nov 2001 17:51:52 -0500

This is my own recipe for collard greens. Once I made them this way my husband won't let me cook them any other way. People who don't typically like greens like these. It is also good with turnips and mustards. I add some of the turnip root if I use turnips. -- posted by Mysterygirl

Mama's Greens

Mon, 26 Nov 2001 08:29:16 -0500

This is a Daughter of a Southern Woman Recipe. It has come down from women who can cook for 500 people or just you and your Mama. Enjoy! -- posted by VO

Southern Collard Greens

Sun, 14 Apr 2002 23:03:29 -0400

Greens have traditionally been cooked down in water with a piece of smoked ham hock or turkey wing. This new method of wilting them leaves them greener and tastier. -- posted by Bogey'sMom

Simple Southern Meal for One or Two

Thu, 04 Jul 2002 17:42:48 -0400

This is great for when you don't have much time and need some nice, warm comfort food. The ingredients are easy to keep on hand and clean up is minimal. Makes enough for two, so you can share or have leftovers for the next day. -- posted by ms. colleen

Southern Collard Greens

Tue, 24 Sep 2002 23:07:08 -0400

This recipe is so good it even makes canned and frozen greens taste like fresh. You could also use it for turnip greens and mustard greens. This is a mixture of both of my grandmothers' recipes. -- posted by southern chef in louisiana

Slow cooker Hoppin' John

Tue, 17 Dec 2002 20:12:36 -0500

Every New Years Day for about 5 years I sent this out the the Maintenance men at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, along with a big pan of cornbread, and the slow cooker always came home empty! It's good luck for New Years. -- posted by carole in orlando

Collard Greens and Cabbage

Thu, 24 Apr 2003 20:02:29 -0400

I got this recipe off of a soul food site called Chitterlings. I made this Friday night and these are the best collard greens I've ever eaten. I served with a big skillet of cornbread. Prep time is lengthy due to the cleaning and cutting of the greens. Cook time approximate. This makes a lot of greens! -- posted by keen5

South Ga Turnips

Mon, 20 Oct 2003 20:00:21 -0400

Old recipe that my grandmother used when fresh turnips were ready. Use fresh small turnip leaves and 1 or 2 roots. -- posted by Ken Nipper

Collards

Sun, 02 Nov 2003 20:00:42 -0500

I work in food service and one of our cooks made this one night. I loved it and asked for the recipe. It's exceptional. -- posted by Matt Booth

Collards Southern Style

Mon, 03 Nov 2003 20:01:22 -0500

Oh, I grew up watching my Nanny and Momma cooking collards..... Watching them I knew cooking was an art. Nothing is exact but almost perfect in the end........ -- posted by Redallnite

Collards

Fri, 07 Nov 2003 20:00:25 -0500

-- posted by Matt Booth

Collard Green and Black-Eyed Pea Soup

Tue, 06 Jan 2004 20:00:52 -0500

A Southern traditional dish served on New Year's Day, greens for prosperity and black-eyed peas for luck created for Oprah Winfrey by Art Smith -- posted by Ugly Yellow

Collards With Apples

Wed, 14 Jan 2004 20:00:01 -0500

A nice twist on collard greens. -- posted by southern chef in louisiana

Collards with a Twist (of Lemon that is!)

Mon, 26 Jan 2004 20:00:18 -0500

These are a little bit of a twist on the traditional but sooo good that even my Gran would approve. And the pot liquid ("likker" to all you "Suthenuhs")is fabulous over hot cornbread! It is actually loaded with vitamins--try it, I promise you'll like it. I use the already cleaned and washed collards in a bag that are just like the already washed salad greens. They are in the fresh vegetable department. -- posted by Georgia Girl

Collard Greens in Tomato Sauce

Fri, 30 Jan 2004 20:00:23 -0500

I like to have this with barbecue, cornbread, and sweet potato casserole. Using the crockpot keeps the house cool in the summer, when I do most of my grilling, but this recipe is good anytime. -- posted by Sue L

Southern Greens with Hot Bacon Vinaigrette

Sun, 15 Feb 2004 19:59:03 -0500

Be sure to wash your greens well. You can use one or a combination of greens. -- posted by Tish

Crock Pot Collard Greens and Ham

Fri, 12 Mar 2004 20:00:00 -0500

An excellent choice as a side dish for fried catfish or pulled pork. Also goes well with cornbread to soak up the juices which are called "pot likker". When you eat this kind of food, you know you are living! -- posted by Sue L

Penne With Collards,sausage, and Mushrooms

Wed, 02 Jun 2004 20:00:14 -0400

Adapted from Southern Living. The type of sausage you need is the kind that comes in a long link that you can slice into thin rounds. You may use any flavor of smoked sausage you like - you may even use a chicken or turkey sausage if you prefer. -- posted by HeatherFeather

Collard Greens - It's Good for You!

Wed, 15 Sep 2004 19:59:47 -0400

Collards are among the oldest members of the cabbage family! Vegetarians can skip the bacon and use smoke flavoring and use a veggie broth in place of the chicken soup. I find this is one green that you do have to cook a while. The flavor is between cabbage and kale. They are low in calories. A rich source of fiber, vitamin C and calcium, and protects you against cancer. -- posted by ~Rita~

Braised Collard Greens

Mon, 09 May 2005 17:34:59 -0400

From the Christmas issue of Giant foods. Posted for my future use. -- posted by DR. House

Cajun Vegetable Gumbo

Mon, 16 May 2005 13:15:54 -0400

This is a spicy vegetarian dish sure to rev up your taste buds! -- posted by Chef #188209

Southern Greens With a Kick

Fri, 15 Jul 2005 15:29:51 -0400

These greens are cooked in the crockpot. Use meaty ham hocks or ham bone and serve with fresh baked corn bread, green onions and ice tea for a great southern meal. -- posted by PaulaG

Chicken and Andouille Gumbo

Fri, 23 Sep 2005 10:04:15 -0400

OK, this is GUMBO...the word means Okra...and this recipe does indeed include Okra. There are also lots of greens in this version which is lighter than the usual. It's an easy recipe and doesn't take a long time to cook. Serve with some warm crusty french bread for a great meal. I usually make the seasoning mix in larger quantities and store for other uses. You can use frozen greens and okra to make this easier. This recipe uses no oil, so it is lower in fat then other gumbos. It's adapted from Chef Paul Prudhomme's Fork in the Road cookbook. -- posted by Simply Chris

Ham-And-Greens Pot Pie With Cornbread Crust

Thu, 03 Nov 2005 00:36:51 -0500

This is one of my favorite dishes to make with leftover ham. It is great for using up that ham thats leftover from Thanksgiving, Christmas, or sunday dinner. -- posted by southern chef in louisiana

Southern Tureen of Black-Eyed Peas, Collard Greens and Yams

Mon, 05 Dec 2005 21:46:11 -0500

Adapted from Lean Bean Cuisine, by Jay Solomon -- posted by Lfla

Grits N' Greens Casserole

Sat, 04 Feb 2006 20:35:26 -0500

This is a true southern dish. The grits are creamy and the collards punch up the flavor of the parmesan cheese -- posted by AYAC

Pot-Likker and Cranberry Bean Soup

Wed, 08 Feb 2006 13:47:38 -0500

I got this from a great vegetarian cookbook, Cookin' Southern Vegetarian Style by Ann Jackson. For those of you who don't know, pot-likker is the leftover water after greens have been cooked, it is delicious and nutritious and a true southern treat. -- posted by VegBear

Collard Greens

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 14:53:23 -0500

Additional Information If you used frozen collards, simply pour them - frozen - right from the package to the pot. If you use smoked neck bones, they usually don't take as long to cook as ham hocks. Save the extras in the refrigerator. They should keep for a long time. -- posted by Gaelige Coinnaigh

Hot Collard Slaw

Fri, 17 Mar 2006 09:50:02 -0500

From Quick and Simple magazine September 2005. I replaced olive oil with grapeseed oil. -- posted by Cookgirl

Collard Greens With Smoked Turkey

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 23:30:14 -0500

Fresh, nutritious, loaded with flavor and vitamins. -- posted by luv2makesoup

Perfect Southern Greens (Kale, Beet, Collard Greens, Mustard)

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 18:23:39 -0400

This recipe yields the best tasting greens I have ever eaten! I have yet to have a batch of bitter greens when cooked this way. This recipe has the potential to change the minds of green-haters and may even bring about a cute southern accent. Blanching the greens before adding to the slow cooker helps remove the natural bitterness. I usually make it with kale and beet greens but other greens work as well. The greens pair well with pilsner or an off-dry riesling, especially if you use the balsamic vinegar. -- posted by NcMysteryShopper

Greens Fit for Company

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 16:47:08 -0400

I doubt that greens have ever been served at a fancy dinner party-well.... outside the SOUTH anyway! These however WILL pass the mustard. hehehe. Whether you are serving them fancy or plain they are sure to please. These are meat free so veggies and carnivores alike can enjoy them but you could always add some meat for those who just gotta have it. The cooking steps are important here to remove some of the bitterness which is what most people do not like about greens. Prior to this recipe I did not enjoy greens for that reason. -- posted by mama's kitchen

Mixed Greens With Turnips & Tasso

Thu, 25 May 2006 17:15:18 -0400

Posted for the Zaar World Tour-Cajun. From "Cajun-Creole Cooking" cookbook. I haven't tried this recipe yet. -- posted by Bayhill

Black Eyed Pea Soup With Ham and Greens

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 18:29:01 -0400

Posting this for ZWT 2006 (French Cajun & Creole region). This is a very homey comforting sort of a soup. The spices are easily played with if you like it spicier and it is even better with a good dollop of hot sauce in it. -- posted by JanetC-KY

Gumbo Z'herbs or Gumbo Verte

Thu, 24 Aug 2006 20:19:31 -0400

A Lent Gumbo used in New Orleans. Original recipe was from Richard Stewart of the Gumbo Shop. Refrigerate overnight for the best taste. Cooking time is refrigeration time. -- posted by DR. House

Eastern Nc Collard Greens

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 20:21:48 -0400

Once the first frost kisses the collards, they are ready for picking. We get entire plants, cut at the base like cabbages from certain roadside stands & use 'em all! Big flat heavy leaves are every bit as good as tender inner leaves if done right. Some folks cut out the center ribs on the bigger leaves - we prefer to string out the strings & snap the stems up. We were also taught not to cut a collard, they are to be torn after soaking in 3 sinkfuls of water to remove any grit. Start the braising pot a the evening before cooking collards, to give the ham hocks time to cook down. Don't be daunted by the amount - collards do cook down a lot! Remember to serve with cornbread to sop up the pot liquor - this can be a full meal for collard lovers. Dig in! For the pork averse, 5 or 6 smoked turkey wings may be substituted but they lack tha "jes right" flavor of ham hock. Interestingly, ham hock is very low in fat & provides more flavor in the form of gelatin (like oxtail) - apparent only after chilling the pot liquor! ***make a big batch as these freeze great in freezer bags for later use*** -- posted by Buster's friend

Vegetarian Cajun Gumbo

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 09:06:32 -0400

You thought this was a distant memory.... Add vegetarian sausage (Field Roast is good!) for greater authenticity. -- posted by BelovedRooster

Collard Greens in a Hurry

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:16:36 -0500

Vegetable side dish. I love slow-cooked collards as much as the next person, but I was raised on these. My mom worked, so this was the easiest way for her to cook them during the week. -- posted by Glutton

Collard Greens With Ginger and Tomato

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 17:52:46 -0500

From The Accidental Vegan by Devra Gartenstein -- posted by That is Dr House to you

Simple Collard Greens

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 22:54:14 -0500

This is something simple I came up with one day when I had a craving for leafy green veggies :) Really quick to make! -- posted by Gypsy Aphrodite

White Bean and Collard Greens Soup

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 16:58:57 -0500

From Cooking Light, March 2007 -- posted by Vino Girl

Easy Vegetarian Collard Greens

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 22:24:12 -0500

This is a wonderful way to make delicious, tender, vegan collard greens. The smoked sweet paprika in these greens imparts a wonderful smoky flavor without the traditional but decidedly non-kosher and non-vegetarian smoked ham hock. Make sure the paprika you buy is smoked, as the regular kind won't give you that smoky flavor. Whatever you do, don't discard the pot liquor! It is full of the nutrients and flavor that have leached out of the greens during cooking, and makes a very full-bodied and rich broth you can use as a replacement for water when making rice (my favorite), as the base for soups or stews, or in any other savory dish that requires broth or water. -- posted by What's Cooking?

Spicy Southern Collard Greens

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 21:28:12 -0400

savory, flavorful collard greens. They go perfect with chicken fried steak and sweet tea. -- posted by tornadoes three

Linda's Collard Greens With a Twist

Tue, 01 May 2007 23:08:50 -0400

I've been in the south for almost 4 years, after living all my life in the north. My gram used to make collard greens with salt pork, but down here in the south they use ham hocks, necks, and fatback, soooooooo I decided I was going to try the southern thing with a little twist of my own. They came out better then any I have EVER had, and I have had them quite a few times in restaurants around here. GREAT flavor, and just the right amount of everything makes this one dish you will be making more than once. Try em, you will be coming back for more for sure :) -- posted by Linda's Busy Kitchen

Bacon Cider Sautéed Collard Greens/Honey Mustard Drizzle

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 20:43:17 -0400

This recipe was part of a cooking lesson done on the demonstration stage at the Taste of Chicago last July. It's the creation of Chef David Blackmon of Blu 47 restaurant, in Chicago of course! -- posted by Hey Jude

Patti's Screamin' Mean Greens

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 18:30:40 -0500

With a few tweaks to the recipe of the infamous and incomparable Ms. Patti Labelle, I can now make greens my young children love to eat! -- posted by Snootyvixen

Burn Your Mouth Collard Greens

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 02:36:08 -0500

The name comes from the fact that these collards are so good, you won't want to let them cool off before digging in. Collards are insanely nutritious, and although this recipe calls for bacon, any smoked pork or turkey products you happen to have available will do nicely. I get the best results with regular old bacon though. Many folks who say they didn't care for collard greens have been converted by this recipe, including my own 14-yr old. -- posted by Brian Damage

Melt in Your Mouth Collards

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 02:34:07 -0500

My mother has always cooked her collards this way. It was UNHEARD of to boil collards at our house! She passed this down to me and it is too good to share! -- posted by jwilhunt

Tangy 'n' Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 23:09:34 -0500

These greens definitely have a kick. They're a perfect mixture of spice, veggies, herbs, and smoke, without the meat. They've got an edgy spice to them that authentic Caribbean and Mexican-cuisine lovers will enjoy. Even better, they're good for you - without the meat, without the fat, and without all the salt. For this recipe, use a regular eating spoon as your "teaspoon," and make all of your tablespoons slightly heaping (and slightly overflowing, for your tablespooned liquids). Enjoy! -- posted by KezCaL

Low(Er) Fat Collard Greens

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:19:23 -0500

Collard greens are very high in fiber, thiamin, niacin, Vitamins A, C, E, and K, folate, potassium, calcium and manganese. Unfortunately, when they're cooked with salt pork, lard, or other fats the nutritional content just flies out the window. This is my lower fat version. -- posted by Heirloom

Braised Collard Greens

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 22:04:16 -0500

Tasty greens from "The Float Away Cafe" in Atlanta. -- posted by John 11-44

Gratin of Collard Greens

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 02:17:42 -0400

This is a unique way to prepare a staple in Southern cooking. From Good Food Magazine May 1988. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Southern-Style Crock Pot Greens

Sun, 18 May 2008 02:42:30 -0400

You can vary the greens in this- mustard greens or kale are good choices as well. -- posted by Sue L

Healthy Collard Greens Soup

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:32:24 -0500

This is a healthy AND flavorful soup I love to make every winter. Hot, buttered cornbread make this a delicious meal enjoyed by my entire family (including my two year old!). This recipe courtesy of Wal-Mart. -- posted by MessyChef

Collard Greens Surprise

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:39:51 -0500

The surprise in this dish is that there is no meat in it unlike traditional recipes for collard greens. Make sure you do not substitute regular salt for smoked. This recipe is from the kitchen of a Southern family friend. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Collard Dip

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:43:00 -0500

I found this recipe on dining.discoversouthcarolina.com. I had to keep it in my files for reference. -- posted by Mulligan

Cajun Collards

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:51:58 -0500

This is an adaptation of a Justin Wilson recipe which I have been making for more than 20 years. The hot sauce can be adjusted to suit your taste. I use the pre-washed, chopped collards sold in bags. This is the only way my family will eat collards since I started making them with this recipe. Hope ya'll like it too! :) -- posted by Okitsme

Collard Green Casserole

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:46:03 -0500

This is from Recipe Secrets and it was a little vague, so I have adapted it to fit our needs, and the number of people eating...small can of greens and one-half can soup, versus large can greens and entire can of soup. Sorry, you will half to eye it, but it is pretty good. Prep time does not include preparing cornbread as I use leftovers. -- posted by Palmetto Cook

Easy Brazilian Collard Greens

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 01:02:27 -0500

This is a fast and simple way to cook collards that results in a bright, lively flavour. Recipe is from Gourmet Magazine (Sept. 2007) and works with mustard greens too. -- posted by blucoat

Vegetarian Southern-Style Collard Greens

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:49:37 -0400

Great greens without the meat! Adapted from Sunny Anderson from the show Cooking for Real,Episode: Carolina On My Mind! -- posted by Sharon123

Grits and Greens

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:43:34 -0400

This recipe calls for stone ground grits...I usually get them at the farmers market or at the seafood festival. You can substitute regular grits. Another option to reduce the fat and calorie count is to substitute turkey bacon or turkey ham to sprinkle on top of the dish. This dish is equally at home as a breakfast dish or as a side dish. Cooking time does not include the time to cook the bacon. -- posted by breezermom

Pot Liquor (Likker) Soup

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:03:43 -0400

This is as Southern as it gets. But the recipe is made quicker by using canned products and prepackaged greens. For New Years, substitute black-eyed peas, and you'll have your green and peas tradition! Serve with nice thick slices of cornbread. -- posted by breezermom

Black-Eyed Pea Posole With Pork and Collard Greens

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:23:45 -0400

Southern comfort food from Cooking Light magazine. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Alabama Collard Green Pizza

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:20:09 -0400

One of the strangest recipes I have found yet. I haven't tried this but wanted to share. -- posted by Shawn C

Good Luck Collard Greens

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:19:19 -0400

Tradtionally collard greens are served on New years for Luck. I serve them then but my family enjoys them year round -- posted by GingerlyJ

Easy Collard Greens

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:34:40 -0500

This recipe is adapted from many other recipes and friends who taught me how to make collard greens. -- posted by Shaped By Hand

Southern New Year's Day Soup

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:30:47 -0500

This wonderfully healthy collards and black-eyed pea soup by Sarah Cooper is a natural for New Year's Day. It started as a Cuban-style collards soup that included bacon fat, short ribs, Cuban sausage and ham hocks. Eventually Ms. Cooper decided to "de-fat" and change some of the ingredients to typical southern ones. The results are both aromatic and hearty, perfect on a cold day. To shorten prep and cooking time, you can use canned black-eyed peas, drained, rinsed and added towards the end of cooking time. Note: the recipe does not include soaking time for the dried peas. From the Atlanta Journal Constitution. -- posted by ninja

Salsa & Mustard Greens

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:35:59 -0500

The only way my Georgia-Born husband will eat greens. It works with collard, mustard and turnip greens. -- posted by EdraAnn