Miscellaneous with collard

4 slices bacon , chopped (optional) 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion , diced 4 garlic cloves , minced 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or 2[...]

1 tablespoon olive oil 2 1/2 lbs country-style pork ribs or 2 1/2 lbs pork side ribs, sliced and trimmed of fat 2 onions , finely chopped 8 stalks celery ,[...]

1 1/2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp. chicken broth     (or possibly vegetable broth) 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp cornstarch 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 c. onion[...]