Leftover Turkey Southern Collard Greens

What better way to use any saved turkey pieces from Thanksgiving than in this Leftover Turkey Southern Collard Greens. A beautiful twist on a Southern classic, these collard greens are just as bold in flavor, semi-spicy and sweet, tender, silky in texture, and the ultimate side dish (or main) for the entire family. Slow cooked and made in 2-3 hours, these greens are the epitome of ‘the good ole’ days type of cooking is the best type of cooking’. Leftover turkey never tasted so good! Vegan option.

Leftover Turkey Southern Collard Greens

INGREDIENTS

• 3-4 large bunches of organic collard greens (That's about 12-14 cups when chopped!)
• handful Leftover Turkey pieces (See Notes!)
• 2 Tbsps organic brown sugar (Can also use Pure Cane Sugar!)
• 1/2 medium red onion, chopped (You can also use white or yellow onions!)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp sea salt + black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp ground mustard
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsps worcheshire sauce
• 2 tsps apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups organic chicken broth (I use Pacific Foods; See Notes for Vegan Option!)
• 1 cup fresh water

INSTRUCTIONS

• Begin by prepping your greens after soaking + washing. Simply roll each leaf tightly (with stem) and cut into small to medium pieces or tear your greens away from the stems.
• In a large dutch pot over medium-high heat, add 1 Tbsp olive oil and let it heat up. Once heated, add minced garlic and chopped onions, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
• Add seasonings to garlic and onions, stirring everything together until well combined.
• Add in all the remaining ingredients (starting with the collard greens), stirring it all together until fully combined and the greens begin to shrink and wilt. Cover and cook on medium-high until everything begins to boil, about 4-5 minutes.
• Reduce heat to the lowest setting and let everything simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
• Greens will be done once they are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat and add additional salt to taste if needed.
• Serve while warm and enjoy!
• Bon Appetit!

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