Big B's Collard Greens

loved this recipe however I made some adjustments. first, I used the chicken stock as the recipe calls for however I added smoked bacon no turkey necks or ham hocks, just good old smoked bacon. I prepared the stock and allowed it to simmer for 10 minutes before adding the smoked bacon. I also kept adding water as needed throughout the process before and after adding the greens. I used jalapeño juice and some mild jalapeños after the greens were added to the stock and added some veggie oil (just about a tablespoon) and some white vinegar (to taste). I also added more of all the seasonings in the recipe including red pepper flakes! I loved the flavors and the little punch of heat! Remember to stir periodically. I left my pot of greens on simmer for approx 5 hours. Also, trust you gut and soul when cooking greens. I'm southern and we cook soul food. This recipe is great but add your seasonings and take your time and taste as you go. if it feels good in your soul, you know you are doing a fab job!

I changed the ham hocks and replaced them with smoked turkey legs!!! Amazing outcome!!! Loved it!!!!

This is delicious. I must admit that I doubled the collard greens and the chicken stock though, and I added everything to the pot at once and cooked for about 3 1/2 hours. This is a definite keeper. Oh, and I used sliced pork side meat as my grocery store was out of ham hocks.

Thank you so much for posting!!!! This was my first attempt at collards & they turned out great. My husband and I both loved the flavor & bit of spicyness. Success!