Serves: 8 | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
Smothered greens are a well-loved Southern classic that is full of nutrients like calcium, iron, potassium,
and vitamin C. This dish can be made with just about any type of greens including collard, mustard, and
turnip greens. This no-frills, low-cost recipe delivers both flavor and healthfulness. Serve as a side with
red beans and rice or lean meat like turkey for a well-balanced meal. Use the recipe below or follow
along as former LSU AgCenter nutrition & community health agent Karen Jones demonstrates how to
cook healthy smothered greens. For more information about healthy eating and active living, contact your
local LSU AgCenter Nutrition and Community Health Agent, Elizabeth Martin, at 318-226-6805 or
emartin@agcenter.lsu.edu.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds fresh or frozen collard, mustard or turnip greens
1 large onion, chopped OR 1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil (or oil of your choice)
1/3 cup lean ham or turkey sausage, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped OR 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon no-salt Creole seasoning
2 cups water
Instructions:
- Wash fresh greens, remove ribs and chop. Thaw if using frozen greens.
- Chop onion.
- Heat oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onion until clear.
- Add greens, meat, garlic, salt, black pepper, no-salt Creole seasoning, and water.
- Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
For more information about programming happening in your community or if you have any questions, please
contact your local extension office or call Elizabeth at (318) 226-6805 or email her at emartin@agcenter.lsu.edu.