Slow-braised Collard Greens – Lodge Cast Iron

Ingredients

• 4 strips bacon
• 1 large carrot
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2-3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 4 1-pound packages fresh collard greens, washed well, heavy stems removed and chopped
• 1 ½ cups reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper