Collard Greens are a super simple side dish to any dinner you have planned. Cooked up with garlic and onion the flavor is out of this world!
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I can not even believe I am writing a post about collard greens!
A few years ago I never would of imagined that I would have ever eaten them.
I was not a fan as a kid or young adult. I have also found as I grow older I am more likely to try something that I don’t remember trying or have always said I didn’t like.
That is what happened with these. I was in Aldi a while back and they had this bag on sale for .99.
Now when you have family of 6 you are always looking for a bargain. So I jumped on them and brought them home. Then I thought, now what?
So I posted on Instagram a pic and asked around. I got a response from Amy at So There By Amy. She gave me a quick way to cook them up and now I. CAN. NOT. GET. ENOUGH.
They cook up really easy and quick. I actually made these while I had some cookies in the oven! More about those on Friday.
So if you are looking for something quick and easy and taste out of this world you should definitely give these a shot! ENJOY!
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Collard Greens
Quick and easy side dish that complements any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz bag collard greens
- 1 medium size red onion, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare collard greens by chopping them up.
- In a large saute pan add onions, 1 tablespoon oil and salt.
- Turn heat on medium and add half of your greens.
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring often.
- Then add the remaining half of greens, 1 tablespoon oil and garlic powder.
- Continue to cook for 10 minutes or until greens are soft. ENJOY!
Love collard greens and onions! This really is the perfect side dish. Thanks for sharing!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor recently posted…Stitch Fix – March 2014 Review
Thanks Ashley!!
Those greens look absolutely fantastic!!!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) recently posted…Mexican Breakfast Flautas
They taste pretty fantastic too! They are like candy for me!
I’ve never tried collard greens because I’m afraid of them, but if you say they are good, I think I can give them a shot!! And green for St. Patrick’s day…very fitting 🙂
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes recently posted…Guinness Beer Bread
You know this was not even planned! I had a recipe fail twice over the weekend so I went with plan be! I hope you try them and like them Ashely!
I love it when foods I didn’t think about or care for previously enter my life. It’s like a whole new world with every bite.
Erin | The Law Student’s Wife recently posted…Roasted Garlic Potato Rolls
It is like a whole new world!!
Aldi carries collard greens? Love!! I love them, but have never made them. Glad to know it’s easy…and delicious 🙂
Nicole, RD recently posted…Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Mine does!! They are super easy!!
Nancy, you have truly inspired me to get on the collard greens band wagon! This may sound silly, but I’ve never really thought about making them… now I can. Thank you for sharing this simple and gorgeous recipe!
Gloria @ Simply Gloria recently posted…Sunbursts Pancakes with Chocolate Ganache
You should! So good! Thanks Gloria!
Beautiful color! This is one of those fabulous veggie sides that people MUST try, but refuse! Collard greens and brussels sprouts are the best, people! I promise! 😀
Kate @ Diethood recently posted…Pan Roasted Asparagus Almondine
Thanks Kate! I agree they are a MUST try!
I am always on the lookout for new side dishes. This one will definitely have to be made ASAP. Love this!
Thanks Kathi!
A Southern classic… and so easy to prepare! Love these gorgeous greens, Nancy!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking recently posted…Crispy Baked Fish Sticks with Tartar Sauce
Thanks Georgia, it is one of those classics everyone should try!
I have never made collard greens. These look really tasty and I know they are healthy. Sounds like a great recipe Nancy!
Raquel recently posted…Organizing Your Own Social Media
So healthy and tasty! You should definitely give them a try!
This sounds like a perfect side dish! I’m totally going to be giving collard greens a try! 🙂
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I hope you do!! Thanks Jocelyn!