Soulful Greens and Grits

This dish is a hearty and flavorful combination of Southern comfort food and healthy greens. The collard greens are cooked low and slow until they're tender and flavorful, while the grits are creamy and rich. The nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to the grits, making this dish a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Collard greens and grits is a classic Southern dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The origins of the dish are humble, as it was originally a way to use up leftover collard greens and cornmeal. However, over time, the dish has evolved into a beloved soul food staple. Our recipe for collard greens and grits is a modern twist on the classic, using vegan butter and nutritional yeast to create a flavorful and healthy dish. This dish is perfect for a hearty breakfast or dinner, and it's sure to please even the most discerning palate.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch collard greens, washed and chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup grits
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 1/4 cup vegan butter

Instructions

1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic in the vegan butter over medium heat until softened.
2. Add the collard greens and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted.
3. Add the vegetable broth and water, cover, and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the greens are tender.
5. While the greens are cooking, prepare the grits according to the package directions.
6. Once the grits are cooked, stir in the nutritional yeast.
7. Serve the greens over the grits and enjoy.

Why It Works

• The collard greens are cooked low and slow, which allows them to develop a deep and flavorful taste.
• The addition of nutritional yeast to the grits gives them a cheesy flavor without the use of dairy.
• The combination of the collard greens and grits is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cold winter day.