Southern Style Collard Greens
Instructions:
- 1 large bunch (about 3 pounds) of collard greens
- 1 smoked ham hock
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons of minced fresh garlic
- 3 teaspoons of cider vinegar
- 3 teaspoons of dark corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper
- A few dashes hot pepper sauce
- Cut off and discard base of stems on the greens, then coarsely chop the upper stems and leaves.
- Wash several times in cold water and drain thoroughly.
- Place 1 packed cup of greens in a blender or food processor and puree and set aside.
- Place the remaining greens and ham hock in a large pot and cover with water.
- Bring greens to a rolling boil and add the onions, garlic, vinegar, corn syrup and seasonings to taste, reduce heat to medium.
- Add the pureed collards.
- Cover and cook for 2 hours or until cooked down and tender.