BOHEMIAN COLLARDS

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I've added unconventional ingredients to these collards that make them unique and exquisite on the palate and on the plate. -Ally Phillips, Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large bunch collard greens (about 2 pounds)
6 bacon strips, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn (about 7-1/2 ounces)
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Trim thick stems from collard greens; coarsely chop leaves. In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir collard greens in bacon drippings and oil just until coated. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until greens are very tender, 25-30 minutes., Add corn, red pepper, salt, pepper flakes and pepper. Cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 369mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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