Down Home with the Neelys Greens and Beans

Packed with bold, smoky flavors and hearty ingredients, "Down Home with the Neelys Greens and Beans" is a comforting Southern-inspired dish that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome. This recipe combines tender collard greens, creamy cannellini beans, and the deep, savory essence of smoked turkey wings or ham hock. A touch of apple cider vinegar brightens the flavors, while red pepper flakes add a subtle kick. Simmered in savory chicken broth, this one-pot wonder is perfect as a side dish or a standalone meal. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, it’s a soul-warming feast that celebrates the simplicity and richness of traditional Southern cooking. Keywords: Southern greens and beans, collard greens recipe, smoky turkey greens, healthy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 piece smoked turkey wings or ham hock
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 large bunch collard greens, cleaned and chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 15-ounce cans canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-duty pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the smoked turkey wing or ham hock to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, to release its smoky flavor.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the collard greens in batches, stirring as you add them, until all the greens fit into the pot.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring it covers the greens. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Lower the heat, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes to let the greens become tender.

Step 8

Stir in the cannellini beans and cook for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and absorb the flavors.

Step 9

Season the dish with apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, and ground black pepper, stirring to combine.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed before serving.

Step 11

Remove the turkey wing or ham hock before serving, shredding any meat and adding it back to the pot, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2374.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1438.0

Total Fat 46.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 75mg	0%
Sodium 4860.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 96.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1212.3mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 4537.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.3%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 45.7%