Jack Miller

You can clean collard greens with baking soda by adding a few tablespoons to a sink full of cold water and letting the greens soak for about 10 to 15 minutes.   This simple method helps lift away dirt, grit, and tiny bugs that often hide deep in the leaves.   Baking soda is a … Read more

You clean collard greens by giving them a good soak, a gentle scrub, and a thorough rinse until every bit of grit is gone.   It sounds simple enough, but if you’ve ever bitten into a bowl of greens and felt sand crunch between your teeth, you know why learning how to clean collard greens … Read more

You can collard greens using a water bath canner or a pressure canner, and the method you choose determines how long they last on the shelf.   Collard greens are a Southern staple, and canning them lets you enjoy that hearty, savory flavor all year long.   If you’ve ever wondered how do you can … Read more

To blanch collard greens, you simply boil them briefly in salted water and then shock them in ice water to stop the cooking process.   This simple technique is the secret to transforming those tough, fibrous leaves into tender, vibrant greens that are perfect for freezing, sautéing, or adding to your favorite recipes.   If … Read more

You should plant collard seeds about a quarter to half an inch deep.   That’s the sweet spot where they get enough moisture to germinate but still have the energy to push through the soil.   If you’ve ever wondered how deep to plant collard seeds, the answer is simple, but getting it wrong can … Read more