Braised Collards with Cane Syrup
Collards need time, not much else. A long, slow braise with a little cane syrup and vinegar balances the bitterness without masking it — this is a winter pot that only gets better on day two.
- In season
- Nov – Feb
- Time
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Serves
- 6

Method
- 01
In a large pot, brown the sausage over medium heat, then add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- 02
Add the water or stock, cane syrup, and vinegar, and bring to a simmer.
- 03
Add the collards in batches, letting each addition wilt down before adding more.
- 04
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, until the greens are fully tender.
- 05
Taste the pot liquor and adjust with a splash more vinegar or a pinch of salt.
- 06
Serve the greens with a ladle of pot liquor and cornbread on the side for sopping.







