A hearty Thanksgiving side dish featuring collard greens cooked with smoked turkey, bacon, and a blend of flavorful seasonings. This recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd, making it ideal for holiday gatherings.
1: Prepare the collard greens by washing and chopping them.
2: In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy.
3: Add chopped white onion and fresh garlic to the pot and sauté until soft.
4: Add the smoked turkey, collard greens, chicken bullion cubes, and enough water to cover the greens.
5: Bring to a simmer and add the Scotch bonnet peppers.
6: Stir in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, tomato paste, garlic powder, and onion powder.
7: Cover and cook for about 60 minutes or until greens are tender.
8: Serve hot and enjoy your Thanksgiving collard greens.