INGREDIENTS
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2 large bunches collard greens {about 2 to 2 & 1/2 pounds total}
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2 tsp. salt
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1 T. olive oil
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6 slices bacon, chopped
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1 large onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 c. (32 oz.) chicken broth
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1 1/2 T. granulated sugar
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1/2 tsp. black pepper
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1 T. red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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pinch crushed red pepper flakes {optional}
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2 lbs. smoked ham hocks {or hog jowl or country ham}, rinsed with warm water to remove some of the saltiness