87. SAUTEED SWISS CHARD with GARLIC and BACON

for Aimee

serves six


1 bunch Swiss chard, washed, stems removed
4 thick slices of bacon, cut in small dice
3 cloves garlic, sliced thin
1 tablespoon butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Cut chard leaves into long strips, about 1 inch wide. Set aside. Put bacon in frying pan and saute over medium-low heat until browned, about 12 min. Set bacon on paper towels to drain and pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from pan. Add garlic slices and saute over medium heat until light golden brown, about 3 min. Remove garlic and set aside. Add chard leaves and butter to pan and saute until soft, about 5 mins. Add bacon and garlic, toss, and season with salt and pepper.


courtesy of: Capay Fruits & Vegetables, Capay, California