Southern Collard Greens and Ham Hocks

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This collard greens recipes produces tasty results like Grandma's dish used to.

Are you interested in preparing delicious collards? Yes, I thought so. Well you've come to the right place. Cooking greens is not as hard as you may think. I grew up down south where greens are plentiful.  Since childhood I have always loved collards.  

In any given week I would find myself enjoying a side dish of collard, mustard or turnip greens. I've since introduced my son to this delicious and healthy vegetable and he can't seem to get enough. My son especially loves greens served with fried chicken and macaroni and cheese.

I learned to cook a variety of greens including turnip, mustard, and collards many years ago when I was much younger.

My mother taught me to cook greens when I started to take interest and that's what I'm going to share with you.  Come let me share my experience and knowledge with you. You'll see for yourself that cooking greens is easy.

collard greens and ham hocks

Collard Greens Recipe

Recipe Ingredients:

  • 6-8 Bunches Of Collard Greens
  • 2-3 Smoked Ham Hocks
  • Garlic Powder To Taste
  • Season Salt To Taste

Cookware and Utensils:

  • 1 ea. 5 Or 6 Qt Boiling Pot
  • 1 ea. Cutting Board
  • 1 ea. Sharp Knife

Recipe Instructions:

As always the key to great cooking is being prepared and using quality ingredients.

  1. Let's start with cooking your ham hacks. Add ham hocks to the boiling pot and fill with water. Cook on medium heat for 2-3 hours until meat is tender. Meat is done when it begins to fall off the bone. Add additional water if necessary."
  2. While the ham hocks are cooking go ahead and clean and cut your greens. Greens should be rinsed several times in cold water to remove dirt or sand. After greens are clean, stack several leaves on top of each other. Using a cutting board and knife, roll the leaves together and cut leaves into 1 inch thick strips.
  3. When your ham hocks are done, add the greens, garlic and season salt to the same pot. Boil on low heat for 1-2 hours until greens are tender. Stir your greens often to distribute the ham hock and increase the flavor. About halfway through cooking taste test your greens and add more seasoning if necessary.

This recipe provided courtesy of https://www.soulfoodandsoutherncooking.com/

Southern collard greens and ham hocks are a delicious taste of the American South that is sure to warm your heart and soul. This classic dish is beloved for its rich, smoky flavor and tender pork meat, and melt-in-your-mouth greens. Whether you're serving it up as a side dish at a family gathering or enjoying it as a main course on a chilly evening, collard greens and ham hocks are always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience while they cook low and slow, you can create a meal that's both comforting and satisfying. So why not give this recipe a try and experience the true taste of Southern hospitality? We guarantee you won't be disappointed!

For a complete meal serve your greens alongside some southern fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and cornbread with some sweet iced tea.

Enjoy your Collards with Ham Hocks.