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Collards

Few culinary traditions run as deep as collards in North Carolina.

by Katie Kane
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Sautéed Greens with Applewood-Smoked Bacon

Enjoy these sautéed greens with bacon — and don’t toss the broth. Potlikker is a prize to be sipped, sopped, and savored.

by Lynn Wells
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Creamed Spinach

This rich, creamy dish is the perfect side for steak.

by Lynn Wells
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Wilted Kale Salad with Apples & Pecans

This fresh salad can be served hot or cold.

by Lynn Wells
Our State Knows Best

Our State Knows Best: Vegetable Gardening

Ready to hone your green thumb? Find out what three experts have to say about growing your own veggies in North Carolina, the common gardening mistakes you should avoid, and the best places to plant.

by Tamiya Anderson
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Grits & Greens

For a double dose of Southern flavor, add cooked greens to a bowl of local stone-ground grits.

by Lynn Wells
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4 Mixed Greens Recipes

Mustard and turnip greens, spinach and kale: Bridge the gap between winter and spring with four recipes that turn hardy leaves into a hearty meal.

by Lynn Wells
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Make Your Own Luck with 24 Green Recipes

Don’t just wear green for good luck — eat it, too! Get a little green on your plate with these dishes.

by Our State Staff

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