Based loosely on: https://momswithcrockpots.com/slow-cooked-collard-greens/


Ingredients

  • 1 smoked ham hock
  • 6 slices thick bacon
  • 8 c collard greens (tough ribs and stems removed, torn into 2″ strips)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 large onion or 1/4 c onion flakes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • pinch red pepper flakes


Directions

  1. Rinse collards, remove thick stems, tear into small strips
  2. Cook bacon in skillet.
  3. Place bacon and drippings in crock pot.
  4. Add rest of ingredients to crock pot.
  5. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  6. Remove hock, discard bones and other inedible bits. Shred rest and return to crockpot.
  7. Serve.