| Garlic and Olive Swiss Chard | Christopher Ranch | Garlic and Olive Swiss Chard is prepared by washing the chard, cut away the stems and chop the leaves. In large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil. Add garlic and red pepper flakes- saute for one minute. Add the chard, saute, turning frequently, th...view more Garlic and Olive Swiss Chard is prepared by washing the chard, cut away the stems and chop the leaves. In large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil. Add garlic and red pepper flakes- saute for one minute. Add the chard, saute, turning frequently, the chard. Stir in lemon juice and olives, heat through. view less | |
| Swiss Chard with Roasted Garlic | Christopher Ranch | Swiss Chard with Roasted Garlic is made by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Make a double layer of aluminum foil about 6 x 6 inches square. Place the garlic in the center and bring up the sides a little to form a cup. Drizzle over the olive oil and add...view more Swiss Chard with Roasted Garlic is made by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Make a double layer of aluminum foil about 6 x 6 inches square. Place the garlic in the center and bring up the sides a little to form a cup. Drizzle over the olive oil and add the oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the sides all the way up and twist together to make a firm seal. Place in the oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes. The garlic should be tender and golden but not dark brown. Open the top so the garlic will stop cooking and set aside. Remove the leaves from the stalks of chard, finely chop the stalks and roughly shred the leaves. Set aside. In a large heavy skillet heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and chilies and stir for about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes, then add the chard ribs and leaves, salt, and water. Cover the pan and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, for 10 minutes. Remove the lid, add the roasted garlic cloves, and increase the heat to high. Stirring occasionally, cook until the chard is tender but not watery, 8 to 10 minutes more. Taste for seasoning and serve immediately. view less | |
| Red Chard, Potato and White Bean Ragout | Christopher Ranch | Red Chard, Potato and White Bean Ragout are made by draining the beans and combine with 1 quart of fresh water in a casserole or Dutch oven. Bring to a simmer. Skim off any foam, then add the bouquet garni. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 1 hour. Add 1 ...view more Red Chard, Potato and White Bean Ragout are made by draining the beans and combine with 1 quart of fresh water in a casserole or Dutch oven. Bring to a simmer. Skim off any foam, then add the bouquet garni. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 1 hour. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Meanwhile, stem and clean the red chard leaves in 2 changes of water. Rinse the stems and dice. Set aside. Cut the leaves in ribbons, or coarsely chop, and set aside. Heat the olive oil in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the onion and chard stems. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the potatoes and stir together, then transfer to the pot with the beans. Bring back to a simmer, cover and simmer 30 minutes, or until the potatoes and beans are tender. Salt to taste. Add the chard and thyme leaves to the pot, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. The chard should be very tender. Stir in freshly ground pepper to taste and the parsley. Taste, adjust seasonings and serve, passing the Parmesan to sprinkle on the top. view less |
