Ingredients and Weight: - 2 lbs Collard Greens, washed and chopped - 1 lb Smoked Ham Hocks - 1 medium Onion, chopped - 1 green Bell Pepper, chopped - 1 red Bell Pepper, chopped - 2 cloves Garlic, minced - 1 tbsp Olive Oil - 1 tsp Salt - 1/2 tsp Black Pepper - 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
Preparation Time: - 15 minutes
Preparation Time: - 2 hours
Difficulty Level: - 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ham hocks, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. 2. Add collard greens, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir well. 3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 hours, or until collard greens are tender. 4. Remove ham hocks and discard bones. Shred meat and return to the pot.
Nutritional Information: (per serving) - Calories: 200 - Fat: 10g - Saturated Fat: 5g - Cholesterol: 40mg - Sodium: 500mg - Carbohydrates: 25g - Dietary Fiber: 5g - Protein: 15g
Dish Characteristics: - Savory and slightly spicy - Tender and flavorful collard greens - Rich and smoky flavor from ham hocks - Colorful and visually appealing
User Comments: - "These collard greens are absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of flavors." - "I'm not usually a fan of collard greens, but these were amazing. I'll definitely be making them again." - "The kick from the cayenne pepper really adds a nice touch." - "These greens went perfectly with my fried chicken and cornbread." - "I'm hosting a party tomorrow and these collards are going to be the star of the show!"
Special Precautions and Tips: - Use fresh collard greens for the best flavor. - If you don't have smoked ham hocks, you can use regular ham hocks or bacon. - Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness. - Collard greens can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.