Swiss Chard and Pasta
Swiss Chard and Pasta
  • Yield: 6 servings
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Swiss Chard and Pasta

By 2015-05-14

Key Points

  • Serving size: 313 grams
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, stirring often.
  2. Add the Swiss chard and garlic to the pan and cook until the Swiss chard wilts.
  3. Stir in tomatoes and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook until the Swiss chard becomes very soft, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add pasta to the Swiss chard mixture and toss to mix. Sprinkle with the grated cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
  5. Refrigerate leftovers.

 

Nutrition facts per serving

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Photo Credit: “Supper: Swiss Chard Stir-Fry and Home Made Oregano Pasta” by Emma Jane Hogbin Westby / CC BY 2.0