"This southern collard greens recipe makes the best collard greens you'll ever have, with bacon and smoked ham, simmered low and slow until perfectly tender...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 large bunch of collard greens (about 3 pounds)
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1 pound bacon (chopped (smoked bacon is ideal))
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1 large white onion (chopped)
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2 jalapeno peppers (chopped - optional (use milder peppers for less heat))
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1 pound smoked ham (chopped)
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4 cloves garlic (minced (or more to taste))
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12 cups chicken stock (3 quarts)
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1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon honey (or use sugar)
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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Salt and pepper to taste (I use 1 tsp each)
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Hot sauce to taste (a few dashes will do - use your favorite hot sauce)