Italian-Style Swiss Chard |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This recipe for Italian-style Swiss chard has been in the family for years. If you like garlic, this recipe is for you. Ingredients:
1 bunch swiss chard |
1 cup water |
1 tablespoon salt |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped |
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
salt to taste |
Directions:
1. Wash the Swiss chard and cut into 1 inch strips. Separate the thick and tough stalk sections from the upper leafy strips.
2. Bring the water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil in a large saucepan.
3. Cook the stalk sections in the salted boiling water for 2 minutes. Stir in the leafy strips and cook until the leaves are wilted and the stalks are fork tender, about 6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
4. Heat the olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a large skillet over medium heat until aromatic, about 3 minutes. Add the drained Swiss chard, cook and stir for 2 minutes; season with salt to taste.
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