Potlikker | Recipe Goldmine Recipes

Step 1

Remove the thick ribs from the collard greens and kale; wash in several changesof water. Chop coarsely.

Step 2

Cut the Canadian bacon into chunks and put into a pot with the water and crushedred pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the bacon from the pot. Mince 1/4 cup and set aside.

Step 4

Stir the vegetable broth, sugar and vinegar into the pot.

Step 5

Add the greens, cover and let wilt, stirring. Simmer over medium-low heat, partiallycovered, about 50 minutes, until tender.

Step 6

About 10 minutes before the end of the cooking time, stir in the minced Canadianbacon and pepper to taste. Add the salt only if necessary and serve.

Step 7

Serve with cornbread to sop up the juices.