Collard Greens with Lima Beans and Smoked Turkey

Name: Collard Greens with Lima Beans and Smoked Turkey
Yield: 7 servings (serving size: 1 cup)
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups dried baby lima beans; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups vertically sliced red onion; 3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup diced smoked turkey breast (about 6 ounces); ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 bay leaf; 8 cups sliced collard greens (about 1/2 pound); 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; Thyme sprigs (optional)

5 Ratings
4 Reviews

This one-pot meal can be made up to three days ahead and refrigerated.

Recipe by Cooking Light March 2000

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Yield:

7 servings (serving size: 1 cup)

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Directions

Step 1
Sort and wash beans; place in a Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; bring to a boil, and cook 20 minutes. Remove from heat; drain beans.

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Step 2
Preheat oven to 375°.
Step 3
Heat oil in pan over medium-low heat. Add onion; sauté 10 minutes. Add beans, broth, and the next 5 ingredients (beans through bay leaf); bring to a boil. Cover and bake at 375° for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Stir in collards, vinegar, and tomatoes. Cover and bake an additional 1 hour or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in salt and pepper. Discard bay leaf. Garnish with thyme sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

230 calories; calories from fat 13%; fat 3.3g; saturated fat 0.7g; mono fat 1.7g; poly fat 0.7g; protein 17.4g; carbohydrates 34.5g; fiber 18.3g; cholesterol 14mg; iron 3.5mg; sodium 604mg; calcium 216mg.

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mja489

12/06/2014

I did make a few changes but it would be hard to believe they made that much difference. I used left over turkey and doubled it. I used kale instead of collards because I had it in my garden. Overall it was dry and we didn't enjoy it at all. My husband didn't even eat his. I ate my greens but not many beans. Maybe we are just not fans of lima beans? It was a waste of some great turkey.

JenniferM

10/15/2014

I have made this several times and every time it comes out excellent. Instead of smoked turkey breast I have used smoked turkey thighs or wings, both with great results. A big hit with even my picky eaters.

Hatbox

01/20/2014

WOW! This was great! I got a bunch of collard greens in my CSA box and went looking for a recipe to use them up. I lucked out in finding this one because the result was fantastic! It took a long time - about 3 hours - so I can only use it on a weekend. I left out the garlic - my husband is allergic - and didn't miss it at all.

Bt0wens

06/14/2012

If you're a fan of collard greens, you'll love this easy recipe. And it's easily adaptable to the crockpot.

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