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Turnip Greens

Source of Recipe


From "Mrs. Wilkes Boardinghouse Cookbook"



List of Ingredients



• 1 bunch fresh turnip greens with roots
  
• 1 medium piece salt pork
  
• 1 cup water
  
• 1 tsp salt
  
• 2 Tbsp bacon drippings, butter, or margarine
  
• Pinch of sugar (optional)
  






Instructions



1. Strip the stems from the greens (unless they're very tender) and wash thoroughly. Place in a saucepan and add the pork, water, and salt.
   
   
2. Cook, covered, for 45 minutes over medium heat, or until tender. Remove the pork and pour the greens into a colander to drain.
   
   
3. Place in a pan and chop scissor-like with two knives. If necessary, add more salt to taste. Keep hot and add the bacon drippings and a pinch of sugar.
   
   Makes 4 to 6 servings.