Name: Sautéed Collard Greens with Slab Bacon
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Yield: 6–8 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound slab bacon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 pounds collard greens (about 3 bunches), thick stems trimmed, leaves cut crosswise into wide ribbons; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; Kosher salt

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Crisp and juicy pieces of slab bacon and just the right hit of red wine vinegar bring the perfect tangy-porky balance to these slow-cooked Southern greens.

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