Southern Greens
["2 lb. fresh greens (collards, mustard, kale), large stems trimmed", "2 oz. salt pork, diced", "1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes", "1/4 tsp. salt (optional)"]
["Soak greens in several changes of cold water; drain.", "Transfer to a large saucepot; cover and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until stems are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes.", "Drain and cool slightly; coarsely chop.", "Add salt pork to large skillet and cook over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes.", "Add pepper flakes and salt.", "Stir in chopped greens; cover and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.", "Makes 5 cups."]
["fresh greens", "salt pork", "red pepper", "salt"]