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Grits-stuffed Greens Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Rinse collard greens.
Step #2 Trim & discard thick stems from bottom of collard green leaves (about 2 inches); place greens in a steamer basket over boiling water.
Step #3 Cover up & steam 10 to 12 mins or until greens are tender.
Step #4 Cool completely.
Step #5 Bring milk & broth to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
Step #6 Gradually stir in the grits.
Step #7 Cover up, reduce heat to low, stirring every once in awhile, & let simmer, 5 mins or until grits are thickened.
Step #8 Remove from heat; stir in the cheese & next 3 ingredients, stirring until cheese is melted.
Step #9 Let stand 5 mins.
Step #10 Place one collard leaf on a flat surface, & spread out sides.
Step #11 Spoon 1/3 c grits toward bottom center of leaf.
Step #12 Fold one side of leaf over filling.
Step #13 Fold opposite side of leaf over filling.
Step #14 Beginning at 1 short side, roll up leaf tightly, jelly-roll fashion.
Step #15 Repeat with remaining collard leaves & grits.
Step #16 Place bundles in a single layer in a steamer basket; steam, covered, 10 to 15 mins or until thoroughly heated.
Step #17 Serve with pepper sauce.
Step #18 Note: For testing purposes only, we used Louisiana Hot Peppers in Vinegar for pepper sauce.
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