Unleash the Magic: Perfect Mixed Greens Recipe!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 2bunchescollard greens

  • 2bunchesmustard greens

  • 2bunchesturnip greens

  • 4cupschicken broth, divided

  • 3tablespoonssalt

  • ½cupvegetable oil

  • ½cupcooked real bacon bits

  • ½cupwhite sugar

  • 4clovesgarlic, sliced

  • salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Directions

  1. Remove leaves from collard, mustard, and turnip greens; discard stems. Gently wash leaves in warm water to remove all soil and sand. Partially fill a clean sink with warm water; stir in 2 cups chicken broth and 3 tablespoons salt. Allow greens to soak in chicken broth mixture for 10 minutes.

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  2. Scoop greens into a colander and allow to drain; do not rinse. Discard chicken broth mixture down the sink.

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  3. Pour remaining 2 cups chicken broth into a large pot; mix in greens.

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  4. Stir in vegetable oil, bacon bits, sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.

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  5. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

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Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe12
Calories174
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
11g
14%
Saturated Fat
2g
9%
Cholesterol
5mg
2%
Sodium
2250mg
98%
Total Carbohydrate
17g
6%
Dietary Fiber
5g
17%
Total Sugars
9g
Protein
6g
11%
Vitamin C
77mg
86%
Calcium
207mg
16%
Iron
1mg
7%
Potassium
385mg
8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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