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Beer and Bacon Braised Collard Greens

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Serves 4-6

4 bunches collard greens, stems removed, and chopped
6 slices thick cut bacon, large dice
1 onion, large dice
1 bottle beer, preferably a nut brown ale
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 cup brown sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste

1. Place bacon in a wide pot and cook over low heat. Add onions after 10 minutes & cook until bacon is crispy ... more 

Photo by: Nicole Franzen

Beer and Bacon Braised Collard Greens

Save and print this recipe on Food52.

Serves 4-6

4 bunches collard greens, stems removed, and chopped
6 slices thick cut bacon, large dice
1 onion, large dice
1 bottle beer, preferably a nut brown ale
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 cup brown sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste

1. Place bacon in a wide pot and cook over low heat. Add onions after 10 minutes & cook until bacon is crispy and onions are caramelized, stirring occasionally.
2. Turn heat to medium high. Add half the collards & full bottle of beer. Stir and let wilt before adding the remaining greens. Stir until greens are mixed with the liquid. Add cayenne pepper, brown sugar, salt & pepper. Turn heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes or until greens are tender. less