Ham and Pimento Cheese Collard Wraps
- 1 large bunch collard greens, large and medium leaves separated, stems removed up to the leaves (about 20 leaves)
- Kosher salt
- 2 1/2 to 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 5 to 6 slices sharp Cheddar
- 15 to 18 slices jarred roasted red peppers (each about 1 inch thick and 2 inches long)
- 10 to 12 slices smoked deli ham, or 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups rotisserie chicken
- Lay each collard leaf, underside up, on a flat surface.
- Locate the thickest part of the stem and use a small, sharp knife to just shave the top off for even thickness (this makes rolling the leaves up easier).
- Fill a large wide skillet or pan with about 1/4 inch of water.
- Arrange a few leaves at a time, overlapping, in a circle on the bottom of the pan and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Repeat with the remaining leaves.
- Put the skillet over medium-high heat and as soon as steam appears, lower the heat to medium, cover and steam until the collards are green, tender and pliable, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and use tongs to transfer the leaves to a baking sheet to cool completely.
- Lay out two large leaves and slightly overlap (or three leaves if they are smaller).
- Spread the center with 1/2 tablespoon of the mayonnaise, and then top with a slice of cheese followed by three slices of red pepper.
- Top with another collard leaf, and then with two slices of the ham or 1/4 cup of the chicken.
- Fold in the sides of the leaves and tightly roll up like a burrito.
- Cut in half and enjoy, or refrigerate whole for a few hours before serving.
- 6th Ingredient: A few splashes of green hot sauce on the mayo.
collard greens, kosher salt, mayonnaise, cheddar, red peppers, deli ham
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/ham-and-pimento-cheese-collard-wraps.html (may not work)