mom made the best!

although we didn't use crushed red pepper. Happy Gobble Gobble!!!


A Southern-style turnip green recipe with salt pork.

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 to 4 1/2 pounds turnip greens
• 1 pound salt pork, rinsed and diced
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar, optional
• a dash of crushed red pepper, optional

PREPARATION:

Cut off and discard tough stems and discolored leaves from greens. Wash greens thoroughly and drain well. Cook salt pork in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp and brown. Add the turnip greens, water, onion, sugar, pepper, and crushed red pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 40 to 45 minutes or until greens are tender.

Taste and adjust seasonings.
Serve with vinegar or pepper sauce and cornbread.
Serves 6.

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