Perfect Mixed Greens

1 . Stage

Remove leaves from collard, mustard, and turnip greens; discard stems. Gently wash leaves in warm water to remove all soil and sand. Partially fill a clean sink with warm water; stir in 2 cups chicken broth and 3 tablespoons salt. Allow greens to soak in chicken broth mixture for 10 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

2 . Stage

Scoop greens into a colander and allow to drain; do not rinse. Discard chicken broth mixture down the sink. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

3 . Stage

Pour remaining 2 cups chicken broth into a large pot; mix in greens. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

4 . Stage

Stir in vegetable oil, bacon bits, sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

5 . Stage

Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios