Short-Cut Collard Greens

Ingredients

• 2 slices canadian bacon 
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 
• 1.3 pounds collard greens 
• 0.8 cup chicken broth low-sodium
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup 
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 1 small onion chopped
• 0.1 teaspoon pepper flakes red hot
• 4 servings salt 
• 1 tablespoon water 

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan
• microwave

Directions

1. Remove the stems and center ribs from the collard greens and discard.
2. Cut the leaves into 1/2-inch strips.
3. Place the greens into a large, microwave-safe bowl with the water and cover tightly. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
4. In the meantime, preheat a large skillet and cook the bacon for 2 minutes on each side.
5. Remove the bacon from the pan, chop, and set aside.
6. Add the oil and onion to the pan and cook until onions have softened, about 2 minutes.
7. Add the collard greens and stir in the vinegar, maple syrup, red pepper flakes, and broth. Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, for 30 minutes.
8. Add the chopped bacon to the pan, and season with salt.