Southern Collard Greens

Name: Southern Collard Greens
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Cuisine: American, Southern
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons lard or shortening, divided; 1 large onion, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1-1/2 pounds smoked ham hocks; 6 cups water; 2 teaspoons seasoned salt; 1 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1 large bunch collard greens (about 2 pounds), coarsely chopped; 1-1/2 cups white wine

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:2h

Cooking collard greens is easier than you’d think. This southern collard greens recipe is full of smoky, savory flavor, and the broth is good enough to drink. You’ll want to dunk a piece of cornbread in it!

Updated at: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:05:17 GMT