Southern Greens

Serving Size  : 5    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : 
  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      pounds        greens -- * see note
   2      ounces        salt pork -- diced
     1/4  teaspoon      red pepper flakes
     1/4  teaspoon      salt -- optional

Soak greens in several changes of cold water; drain.  Transfer to large 
saucepot; cover and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, 
until stems are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes.  Drain and cool slightly; 
coarsely chop.
Add salt pork to large skillet and cook over medium heat until crisp, 
about 5 minutes.  Add pepper flakes and salt.  Stir in chopped greens; 
cover and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.  Makes 5 cups.


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NOTES : *Use fresh collards, mustard, or kale.  Trim large stems.