Bacon Cider Sauted Collard Greens Honey Mustard Drizzle Recipe

Experience the star of Taste of Chicago 2023! This recipe, crafted by Chef David Blackmon of Chicago's acclaimed Blu 47 restaurant, features tender collard greens sauteed in savory bacon fat, tangy apple cider vinegar, and sweet honey mustard. A show-stopping side dish perfect for your next gathering – elevate your weeknight meals with this gourmet recipe!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 145.9 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Cider Sauted Collard Greens Honey Mustard Drizzle

  • 12 slices (approximately 12 ounces) Apple Smoked Bacon
  • 1 pound Collard Greens
  • 1 medium yellow onion (about 1 cup thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus a pinch for drizzle
  • 5 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 0 Tabasco Sauce
  • 0 Lemon Juice
  • 4 quarts water
  • A pinch of salt

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How to Make Bacon Cider Sauted Collard Greens Honey Mustard Drizzle

  1. Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot.
  2. Chop 12 slices (approximately 12 ounces) of bacon into 1/2-inch bits.
  3. Place bacon bits in a large stainless steel skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook slowly, rendering the fat until the bacon is crispy and browned (about 8-10 minutes).
  5. Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet using a slotted spoon; set aside.
  6. Roll up bunches of collard greens (about 1 pound) tightly, then slice crosswise into 1/4-inch ribbons.
  7. Add collard greens to the boiling water and blanch for 3 minutes until slightly wilted.
  8. Remove greens from boiling water using tongs; drain well and set aside.
  9. Return the skillet with bacon fat to medium heat. Add 1 medium yellow onion (about 1 cup thinly sliced).
  10. Sauté onions for 1 minute until softened.
  11. Add the blanched collard greens to the skillet and stir to coat with the bacon fat and onions.
  12. Add 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine.
  13. Cook for 5 minutes, or until greens are tender but still slightly crisp.
  14. Stir in the reserved bacon bits.
  15. **Honey Mustard Drizzle:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  16. Drizzle the honey mustard mixture over the collard greens just before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

0g

Carbs

11g

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