Description
A warm and comforting Southern stew featuring collard greens and potatoes, steeped in tradition and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch collard greens, chopped
- 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- Fresh thyme and bay leaves
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash collard greens thoroughly, remove tough stems, and chop leaves into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Incorporate diced potatoes into the pot and stir them with the aromatics for a couple of minutes.
- Gently fold in the collard greens, then pour in the broth. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 25–30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in freshly chopped herbs like parsley to enhance freshness. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Serve warm, preferably with cornbread on the side.
Notes
For variations, try kale in place of collard greens or add a dollop of sour cream or shredded cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: collard greens, potato stew, southern cooking, comfort food, family recipe