Collard Greens With Bacon
Ingredients
- 2 large bunches collard greens, stems removed and leaves cut into 2 inch pieces
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 4 cups water
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- Pepper vinegar, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp.
- Add the collard greens, water, sugar, salt, and white pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 1½ hours, or until the greens are tender.
- Season with pepper vinegar to taste before serving.
