Creamed Collards

This God-his way is perfect; the word of the LORD proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him.  - Psalm 18:30

1 pack triple washed collards

1 onion, chopped 

2 T roasted garlic

2 t Clarified butter

1 t thyme

1/2 t salt

1 t smoked paprika 

1 t black pepper

2 T pimentos 

3 t flour

1 can evaporated milk

Topping 

3 T butter, melted

1/2 c panko

1/4 c Parmesan 

Add washed greens to salted water.

Boil 5 minutes, drain and add to an ice bath.

Squeeze the water out of the greens.

Set aside.

In a sauce pan, on medium heat, sauté onions in clarified butter, add seasonings, garlic and flour.

Next add the can of evaporated milk and whisk, cooking until slightly thickened, add greens and pimentos.

Cook, stirring for 5 minutes.

Spray a pie plate, add greens mixture.

Sprinkle topping over greens.

Place under broiler until slightly browned.