Cookbook:Southern Style Greens

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Ingredients

• 2 pounds assorted dark leafy greens, such as mustard, collard, and rainbow chard
• 8 rashers bacon, cut into about 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 Tbsp bacon fat (or omit)
• 1 1/2 tsp salt (can be reduced or omitted)
• 1 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

Procedure

1. Cook bacon to slightly less than done in a large stainless steel pot. Drain. If desired, pour one Tbsp bacon fat back into pot.
2. Add greens. Sauté over medium high heat for 7 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients and lower heat to medium low. Cook for 45 minutes. Defat if needed.
4. Serve warm, with a vinegar-based, clear hot sauce to accompany.