Step #1 Peel & dice the sweet potato into 1/2 inch cubes.
Step #2 Remove the ribs of the greens, tear them in half lengthwise & cut into 1/2 inch strips.
Step #3 Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Step #4 Heat oil over medium high heat.
Step #5 Sauté the onion & salt for about 2 mins or until onion begins to soften then add the the garlic & sauté until the onion is almost translucent, about 3 to 4 mins more.
Step #6 Stir in the sweet potato & collard greens.
Step #7 Sauté, stirring every once in awhile, until the collard greens are bright [NOT DARK] green & wilt, about 5 mins.
Step #8 Place the rice & black eyed peas in a 9X13 inch baking dish.