How To Cook Greens In The Crockpot
These slow cooker greens are rich, savory, and incredibly easy to make with smoked turkey, broth, garlic, and onion for a classic comfort food side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker / Crockpot
- Cuisine: Southern / American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
48 ounces greens (collard greens, mustard greens, or turnip greens)
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 to 2 pounds smoked turkey or smoked beef
2 teaspoons sugar or sweetener of your choice (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Wash the greens thoroughly and remove the tough stems. Place the greens into the slow cooker.
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and sugar if using. Pour the apple cider vinegar and chicken broth over the greens.
Rinse the smoked meat and place it on top of the greens in the slow cooker.
Cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours or LOW for 6–8 hours until the greens are tender.
Remove the smoked meat from the slow cooker and shred it into small pieces.
Stir the shredded meat back into the greens and season with salt, pepper, and additional sugar if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Collard greens are commonly used, but mustard greens and turnip greens work well too.
A pinch of red pepper flakes or hot sauce can add a little heat.
The flavorful broth left in the pot (often called pot liquor) is delicious served with cornbread.
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