Cumin-Braised Swiss Chard

By Shaylie

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
• 4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1-1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2-1/2 pounds Swiss chard—stems thinly
• sliced, leaves cut into 1-inch ribbons
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
• Salt

Details

Servings 8
Cooking time 40mins

Preparation

Step 1

In a deep skillet, heat the oil. Add the onion, garlic, cumin and red pepper. Cover and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until the onion is softened, 5 minutes. Add the chard and cook, stirring, until the leaves are wilted. Add the stock, cover and cook over high heat, stirring, until the stems are tender, 6 minutes. Swirl in the butter, season with salt and serve.