Creamy Chard and Potatoes |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
8 to 10 small new potatoes (about 2 pounds) |
1 pound swiss chard |
1 teaspoon salt, divided |
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes |
1/4 cup butter or margarine |
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups milk |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
Directions:
1. Cook new potatoes in boiling water to cover in a Dutch oven 20 minutes or until tender; drain and cool slightly. Cut new potatoes in half, and keep warm.
2. Remove and discard ribs from chard. Rinse chard with cold water; drain and shred.
3. Cook chard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and onion flakes in boiling water to cover in Dutch oven 10 minutes; drain and return to Dutch oven. Add potato, and keep warm.
4. Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Stir in remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Pour over vegetables, and toss gently. Serve immediately.
5. Note: To make ahead of time, spoon creamy mixture into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Chill until ready to serve. To reheat, bake at 350ยบ for 10 to 15 minutes.
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