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    Home » Southern Classics

    Published: Dec 10, 2019 · Modified: Sep 6, 2022 by Pam

    Collard Greens – Traditional and Creative Recipes

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    Collard Greens have been a staple in southern kitchens for many years, but are now being enjoyed all over the world. Here you will find the traditional methods and recipes, as well as inventive ways to cook and enjoy this old favorite. 

    collard greens collage

    Like many Southerners I grew up with collards being a staple on our table during the fall and winter. In the spring and summer we had a variety of vegetables, but when cooler weather moved in one of the few green vegetables available were collards.

    Our mamas and grandmamas lovingly trimmed away the tough stems and washed and chopped those greens. They were traditionally cooked long, and simmered with ham hocks, salt, and a little sugar.

    Carrying on the tradition here I’m coaching Sara on getting those tough steams cut out. If you want to see how we prep our collards, check out our post How to Cut and Clean Collard Greens.

    two women chopping collard greens
    photo cred: Angie Webb Creative

    We still love them this way, and, in fact had them just weeks ago at Thanksgiving prepared by my mother-in-law. She is also the originator of our Cornbread Dressing, which many of you already know and love.

    Here you will find tips and tricks for cooking collards the old way, along with some newer methods that will speed up the process. But, as this healthy green leaf has made its way into the hearts of chefs and home cooks outside the south, there are many new and creative ways to prepare and serve them.

    We’ve got those for you too. Come along and choose the one you want to try first.

    Instant Pot Blackeyed Pea & Collard Green Soup

    by A Fork’s Table

    blackeyed pea & collard green soup in bowl

    Southern Collard Greens

    by Grandbaby Cakes

    southern collard greens with cornbread

    Cheesy Collard Greens Dip

    from Biscuits & Burlap

    Collard Greens are the best for making the southern version of spinach dip. By BiscuitsandBurlap.com

    Easy Butternut Squash Soup with Pan Fried Collards

    by Glue and Glitter

    butternut squash soup with collard greens

    Instant Pot Collard Greens

    by Melanie Cooks

    close up of collard greens with fork

    Red Peppers and Feta Collard Green Omelet

    by On Ty’s Plate

    collard green and red pepper omelet on plate

    Callaloo

    by Pandemonium Noshery

    callaloo on plate

    Baked Stuffed Collards (with Chorizo)

    by Camp Brighton

    baked stuffed collard greens with fork

    Italian Sausage Soup with Veggies and Pasta

    by Biscuits & Burlap

    Italian Sausage Soup is a hearty soup full of flavorful vegetables and pasta.

    Braised Collard Greens with Turkey Bacon

    by Jersey Girl Cooks

    braised collard greens in bowl

    Smoky Sweet Vegan Collard Greens

    by Cadry’s Kitchen

    smoky sweet collard greens in white bowl

    Easy Honey Cider Collard Greens

    by Marisa Moore Nutrition

    honey cider collard greens in bowl with fork

    We’re sure y’all will find some recipes here that you want to try. When you do we’d love it if you take a photo and tag us and the recipe creator on Instagram and Facebook. 

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    Lots of details on our favorite cuisine are in this interesting article, Southern Food: Then & Now.

    Categories: Christmas Recipes Tags: appetizers, Breakfast, entree, misc recipes, side dish, soups & salad

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    1. kim says

      December 10, 2019 at 12:22 pm

      Yum! So many great recipe ideas! I want to try them all!

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      • Pam says

        December 10, 2019 at 4:12 pm

        Might as well get started. Thanks, Kim!

        Reply
    2. Beth says

      December 10, 2019 at 12:22 pm

      Great ideas for enjoying collard greens! My father in law is a big fan so I’ll pass this onto him!

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      • Pam says

        December 10, 2019 at 4:12 pm

        Thak you, Beth!

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    3. Joanie says

      December 10, 2019 at 12:28 pm

      My husband loves collard greens but I’ve never made them for him. Now I know where to find a few easy recipes to use – thank you!

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      • Pam says

        December 10, 2019 at 4:12 pm

        You bet! Thank you, Joanie.

        Reply
    4. Jessica Formicola says

      December 10, 2019 at 12:30 pm

      I can’t wait to try all of these recipes! My family loves collard greens so we will be making these often!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        December 10, 2019 at 4:11 pm

        They do all sound good, don’t they? Thanks Jessica!

        Reply
    5. Becky Striepe says

      December 10, 2019 at 12:30 pm

      Aah so many fun recipes here. Thank you for including my soup!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        December 10, 2019 at 4:11 pm

        Thanks, Becky! The soup sounds so good…

        Reply
    6. Dannii says

      December 10, 2019 at 12:46 pm

      We are always looking for more ways to eat greens. So many delicious recipes here.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        December 10, 2019 at 4:10 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    7. Katie Crenshaw says

      January 04, 2020 at 8:30 pm

      I love collard greens. All of these recipes look fantastic! I can’t wait to try each and every one!

      Reply

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