Swiss Chard with Crispy Bacon
Elevate your taste buds with this flavorful dish of sauteed Swiss chard complemented by the rich and smoky taste of crispy bacon. The perfect balance of textures and flavors makes this dish a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| olive oil, enough to lightly coat pan | |
| 1 | cup diced bacon |
| 2 | smashed garlic cloves |
| 1 | pinch crushed red pepper flakes |
| 1 | bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and cut into ½-inch lengths, leaves cut into 1 ½-inch lengths |
| ½ | cup chicken or vegetable stock |
| kosher salt, to taste | |
Instructions
Cooking Instructions | |
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| 1. | Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat and lightly coat it with olive oil. Add the diced bacon, smashed garlic, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. |
| 2. | Sauté until the garlic turns a golden brown, then remove it from the pan. |
| 3. | Once the bacon crisps up, add the Swiss chard stems and either chicken or vegetable stock. Cook until most of the stock has evaporated. |
| 4. | Add the Swiss chard leaves and continue sautéing until wilted. Season with salt to taste before serving. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 20.5 kcal |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g |
| Sugar | 1.1 g |
Published on Aug 07, 2024 by Luminița