Holy crap....COLLARDS

[wayner123]

I forgot to add, you MUST save the liquid from the greens. This is called 'pot liquor' and is meant to be sipped like a fine scotch.

[Smokin Gator]

Originally Posted by wayner123

I forgot to add, you MUST save the liquid from the greens. This is called 'pot liquor' and is meant to be sipped like a fine scotch.

Nectar of the Gods right there!!!

[wayner123]

Originally Posted by Smokin Gator

Nectar of the Gods right there!!!

LOL

Growing up we used to eat collards or mustards almost once a week. The best ones I ever had were made by a little old lady that my dad and I used to stop at while he was doing his visiting rounds. Her cast iron skillet was passed down to her and she was at least 70 years old. She made them according to the method I posted above, but I swear you could taste the love of 80+ year old skillet. Not to mention she grew her own greens and peppers.

She would also make the appropriate corn bread in the same skillet. Collards, cornbread and ham make for a lunch you will remember.

[rizzle]

Not many things in the world that I can't eat, but I can't eat greens. I've tried, and will try again, but I just don't like 'em. Funny thing is, my mom says I loved them when I was little. I certainly don't remember ever liking them.