Collard Greens Recipe

Collard Greens Recipe 🥬 Ingredients: 2 bunches collard greens (about 2 pounds) 6 cups water 1 smoked ham hock or 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat) 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar Hot sauce (optional, for serving) Instructions: Prepare Collard Greens: Rinse the collard greens thoroughly under cold water. Trim off the tough stems and ribs. Stack the leaves and cut them into 1-inch strips or chop roughly. Cook Smoked Ham Hock or Bacon: