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Swiss Chard with Olives and Raisins

3.3

(5)

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

3/4 pound (about 1/2 large bunch) Swiss chard, washed well and drained
1/2 onion, chopped fine
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons golden raisins, chopped fine
6 Kalamata or other large brine-cured black olives, pitted and chopped fine

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cut stems and thick center ribs from Swiss chard leaves. Discard center ribs and chop coarse stems and leaves separately.

    Step 2

    In a 9-inch heavy skillet cook onion in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until softened. Add stems, 2 tablespoons water, raisins, and salt to taste and cook, covered, over moderately low heat until stems are softened, about 5 minutes. Add leaves, olives, and remaining 2 tablespoons water and cook, covered, over moderate heat until leaves are wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove lid and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is evaporated and leaves are tender.

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