Easy Weeknight Garlicky Southern Greens
A mixture of collard, Swiss chard, and dandelion greens makes a great trifecta of greens for Easy Weeknight Southern Garlicky Greens.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon bacon fat
- 1/2 medium onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 pounds greens (ideally a mix of collards, chard, and dandelion greens) roughly chopped
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 slices bacon cooked
Instructions
- Wash greens. Cut out tough stems and save for mineral broth. Measure and and set out the rest of the ingredients (mise en place).
- Heat medium-sized skillet over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Either cook 3 slices of bacon and set aside bacon while keeping the rendered fat in the skillet, or melt 1 tablespoon of reserved bacon fat. Add diced onion to the bacon grease and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the sauteing onions and cook for 1 minute. Add apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and red pepper flakes to the pan.
- Start adding greens to the skillet in batches from the toughest to the tenderest. If using, add collards first. After wilted add dandelion greens. Saute the tender chard until wilted.
- Add the chicken broth and saute the greens over medium heat until dark green and tender. Before serving add finely chopped bacon.