Creamed Collard Greens

Collard greens are a staple in Southern cuisine and are often associated with good luck and prosperity when eaten on New Year’s Day.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Creamed Collard Greens

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Southern Courses: Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 bunch Collard Greens
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• ¹⁄₂ cup Heavy Cream
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Nutmeg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Wash the collard greens thoroughly and remove the tough stems. Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
3. Add the collard greens to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the collard greens are tender.
6. Serve hot as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 12g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.