Collards and Cabbage

 Yield: 8 portions

If collard greens are not available, use 2 Ibs. spinach instead, in which case cut cooking time to 10 minutes.

Ingredients

1 bunch collard greens

½ lb bacon cut in 1 to 2 inches pieces

1 large onion, sliced

1 tbs salt

1 tbs crushed red pepper

1 tsp black pepper

1 qt water

2lbs cabbage cut into 8 wedges

1oz butter or oil

Preparation

In a 4-quart saucepan combine the collard greens washed and cut in small pieces, bacon, onion, salt, pepper and water.

Simmer gently for 30 minutes.

Add cabbage, butter or oil.

Cook for 15 minutes or longer until vegetables are tender.

Correct the Seasoning to your taste.

Strain before serving if water has not been absorbed.

Serve in a 2-quart bowl.