This Southern Turnip Greens recipe is about as country as can be! It's a traditional recipe that uses a slightly healthier cooking method.
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 1 hourhour
Total Time 1 hourhour15 minutesminutes
Servings 6servings
Ingredients
2poundsfresh turnip greenscleaned, cut, and washed
Water(see notes)
1tablespoonbacon fat
1teaspoonchicken bouillonor 1 cube
1teaspoonsalt
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the greens, bacon fat, chicken bouillon, salt, and water (see notes)
Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
Cover and cook for 45 minutes or until the greens are tender. Check the water level during cooking and add more if needed.
Taste and add additional salt if needed.
Notes
You'll need enough water to cover the turnips by about an inch once they've wilted down into the pot. I usually start with about 2 quarts and adjust as needed.
Cool the greens completely and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They'll keep well for up to 3 days.
May also be frozen in an airtight container for up to three months. Allow them to thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave.