Swiss Chard

Serves: 5

Darlene Legros

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

51

Spice

54

Sweetness

49

Sourness

48

mins

Prep time (avg)

6.5

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 large

Onion (sliced)

Directions:

1

Slice the stems into 1-inch pieces and reserve

2

Stack the chard leaves into a pile

3

Roll together into a bundle and slice into 1/2-inch ribbons

4

Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat

5

Add the bacon and saute until browned, rendering the fat

6

Add the onion and garlic and cook until translucent

7

Add the red pepper flakes and the chard stems, cook for 3 to 4 minutes and then season with salt and pepper

8

Begin to add the chard ribbons in batches

9

Once the chard wilts down, add the next batch

10

Stir occasionally until completely tender, about 5 minutes

11

Add the balsamic vinegar and serve