Low Sugar Braised Collard Greens

Total time1 hr 50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 30 min

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Ingredients

6 servings

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1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 lbs collard greens, stems removed, leaves cut into 1-inch strips
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
salt and pepper, to taste

For serving

hot sauce, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute, watching closely so the garlic does not brown.

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