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Southern Turnip Greens

Chicken broth, water, olive oil, salt, and pepper are brought to a boil in a stockpot. Chopped turnip greens and a little sugar are added, and everything simmers on medium-low, stirred occasionally, until the greens are tender. It's a simple, classic Southern side dish that's easy on the budget.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern, Southern American
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • 1 Stockpot
  • Knife and cutting board
  • 1 Cooking spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 14-ounce can chicken broth
  • 1½ cups water
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound turnip greens chopped
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar

Instructions
 

  • Bring to a boil: In the stockpot, bring the chicken broth, water, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a boil.
  • Add the greens: Add the turnip greens and sugar and return to a boil.
  • Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring every 15 minutes, until the greens are tender, at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
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