Wash and cut collard greens, discarding stems.

Boil water with onion, garlic, and black pepper.

Add collard greens and cook until tender (approx. 15 minutes).

Strain collard greens and discard onion, garlic, and water.

Dry and finely chop the collard greens.

Flake farmer cheese with a fork.

Combine collard greens and cheese in a bowl.

In a small pot, melt butter on low heat.

Add cayenne, cardamom, white pepper, and garlic powder to the melted butter.

Remove from heat.

Pour spiced butter over the collard green and cheese mixture.

Mix well until fully marinated.

Add salt to taste.

Serve at room temperature or refrigerate for later.