This delicious and comforting Pot O’Greens, inspired by Alton Brown, is a simple, hearty, and nutritious dish packed with smoky flavor. Made with tender greens and savory smoked turkey, it’s an easy one-pot meal that’s perfect for any day. Customize it with your favorite greens and enjoy it with cornbread for a classic, satisfying meal!
Recipe Ingredients:
- 1 quart water
- 1 1/2 pounds smoked turkey legs
- 2 pounds stemmed collard or turnip greens
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
How To Make Pot O’Greens?
- Prepare the turkey legs: Place the water and smoked turkey legs in a large 7.5-litre / 8-quart pot over medium-high heat. Cover, bring to a boil, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Prep the greens: While the turkey legs are simmering, remove any large stems from the greens. Fill a sink with at least 12cm / 5 inches of water and wash the greens thoroughly. Swirl them in the water, then let them sit for a few minutes to allow dirt to settle at the bottom. Drain and chop the leaves in half. (Weigh the greens after stemming but before washing.)
- Cook the greens: Once the turkey legs have simmered, add the greens, salt, and sugar to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let them simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring every 10–15 minutes.
- Season and serve: Taste and adjust salt if needed. Remove the turkey legs—either discard them, save them for another dish, or shred the meat and mix it into the greens. Serve immediately.
Recipe Tips:
- Wash the greens well : Greens can have dirt and grit, so soak them in water and swish them around before draining to remove any debris.
- Simmer for the right time : Cooking too fast makes greens tough, but a slow simmer for 45 minutes makes them tender and flavorful.
- Use smoked turkey for deep flavor : The turkey adds a rich, smoky taste. If you can’t find it, use smoked ham hocks or add a few drops of liquid smoke.
- Season at the end : The smoked turkey adds salt, so taste the greens after cooking and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Let the flavors develop : For the best taste, let the greens sit for 10–15 minutes after cooking so the flavors can fully blend before serving.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover Pot O’Greens cool to room temperature. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Cool completely before placing in a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 3 months
- Reheat: Place the greens in a pot over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if needed. Stir occasionally and heat for 5–10 minutes, or until hot.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 10g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 20g
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Alton Brown Pot O’Greens
Description
This delicious and comforting Pot O’Greens, inspired by Alton Brown, is a simple, hearty, and nutritious dish packed with smoky flavor. Made with tender greens and savory smoked turkey, it’s an easy one-pot meal that’s perfect for any day. Customize it with your favorite greens and enjoy it with cornbread for a classic, satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the turkey legs: Place the water and smoked turkey legs in a large 7.5-litre / 8-quart pot over medium-high heat. Cover, bring to a boil, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Prep the greens: While the turkey legs are simmering, remove any large stems from the greens. Fill a sink with at least 12cm / 5 inches of water and wash the greens thoroughly. Swirl them in the water, then let them sit for a few minutes to allow dirt to settle at the bottom. Drain and chop the leaves in half. (Weigh the greens after stemming but before washing.)
- Cook the greens: Once the turkey legs have simmered, add the greens, salt, and sugar to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let them simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring every 10–15 minutes.
- Season and serve: Taste and adjust salt if needed. Remove the turkey legs—either discard them, save them for another dish, or shred the meat and mix it into the greens. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Wash the greens well : Greens can have dirt and grit, so soak them in water and swish them around before draining to remove any debris.
- Simmer for the right time : Cooking too fast makes greens tough, but a slow simmer for 45 minutes makes them tender and flavorful.
- Use smoked turkey for deep flavor : The turkey adds a rich, smoky taste. If you can’t find it, use smoked ham hocks or add a few drops of liquid smoke.
- Season at the end : The smoked turkey adds salt, so taste the greens after cooking and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Let the flavors develop : For the best taste, let the greens sit for 10–15 minutes after cooking so the flavors can fully blend before serving.
Alton Brown Pot O’Greens
