1 lb. smoked turkey parts (opt.)
1 1/2 qts. water
1 to 2 hot pepper pods or 1 tbsp. crushed red pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 lbs. fresh collard greens
1 med. onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 sm. green pepper, chopped
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. vegetable or olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Place turkey in Dutch oven or large saucepan, add water, pepper pods and garlic. Cover; bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer 30 minutes. Break off and discard stems of collards. Wash leaves thoroughly. Slice leaves into bite-size pieces by rolling several leaves together and slicing in 1/4 inch strips. Add collards, onion, celery, green pepper, sugar, oil, salt and pepper. Cook 30 to 40 minutes or until greens are done. Serves 8 to 10.