Slow Cooker Collard Greens
Slow Cooker Collard Greens is a delicious side dish full of ham flavor and pot likker. This fuss-free classic southern side dish goes perfectly with hot cornbread and a glass of sweet tea.
Servings 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2-3 pound bag Collard Greens Frozen, washed, chopped OR Fresh Greens
- Ham Pieces Cooked leftover ham works great
- Seasonings of choice
- Water Enough water to cover, chicken broth may be used
Instructions
- Place collards in the crock pot, add ham pieces, season, and cover with water or broth.
- Cook on high for 6 hours or low for 8 hours.
Notes
*If you are using salty meat such as ham or salt pork, no additional salt may be needed. Black pepper and brown sugar (just a spoonful) are excellent choices.
Other Seasonings: Red Pepper Flakes, Yellow Onion, Minced Garlic
Liquids: Water, chicken broth, or vegetable broth- enough to cover collards.
Other Meats: Ham/ Ham Bone / Ham Pieces, Smoked Turkey Wings, Smoked Ham Hocks, Smoked Sausage, Cooked bacon, bacon grease, bacon drippings, Salt Meat