#southern recipe
Turnip Greens
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh turnip greens with roots
- 1 medium piece salt pork
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, butter, or margarine
- Pinch of sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Strip the stems from the greens (unless they’re very tender) and wash thoroughly
- Place in a saucepan and add the pork, water, and salt. Cook, covered, for 45 minutes over medium heat, or until tender.
- Remove the pork and pour the greens into a colander to drain. Place in a pan and chop scissor-like with two knives.
- If necessary, add more salt to taste. Keep hot and add the bacon drippings and a pinch of sugar.
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