Southern Creamed Collard Greens

Name: Southern Creamed Collard Greens
Ingredients: 4 bundles of collard greens, remove the tough stems and ribs; 1/4 cup of butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 3 large shallots, minced; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg; Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 1/2 cup Italian cheese blend

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Serves: 8 - 12

Prep Time: 10 - 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

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Explore the heartwarming comfort of Southern cuisine with our Southern Creamed Collard Greens recipe, a soulful dish that pays homage to one of the most popular culinary dishes of the American South. Tender collard greens are simmered to perfection in a velvety, cream-based sauce infused with aromatic spices, resulting in a dish that is both hearty and satisfying. With each spoonful, you’ll experience the perfect balance of earthy greens and creamy richness, guaranteed to evoke memories of home-cooked meals and gatherings with loved ones.

Ingredients

4 bundles of collard greens, remove the tough stems and ribs

1/4 cup of butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 large shallots, minced

1 cup Greek yogurt

1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg

Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

1/2 cup grated Parmesan

1/2 cup Italian cheese blend

Preparation

01Wash and clean Collards thoroughly. Chop the greens finely and set aside.

02Melt the butter in a large skillet.

03Add the garlic and shallots and cook over medium heat until softened, add chopped collard greens and toss for 4-5 minutes.

04Add the Greek yogurt and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook until reduced by half for about 25 minutes. Watch carefully as the cream can quickly boil over.

05Season generously with nutmeg, salt and pepper. Add to a serving dish and sprinkle blend in Parmesan cheese.

06Cover top of collard greens with Italian cheese blend.

07Place in oven and bake at 350 F for 30 minutes.