Swiss Chard Pie

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While i found several similar recipes on food none matched this one. I love the sound of it and had to post this for zwt 7. Note the advance prep info at the bottom of the directions. Times given are a complete guess.

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Steps

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Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil while you stem and wash the greens.

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Wash them in 2 changes of water , lifting them from the water so that the dirt stays behind.

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Fill a bowl with ice water.

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When the water comes to a boil , add the chard and blanch for 1 minute.

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Using a slotted spoon or a skimmer , transfer to the ice water.

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Let sit just until cool , a few minutes , then drain and squeeze out excess water by taking up bunches of the greens , making a fist around them and squeezing.

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Chop coarsely and set aside.

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Preheat the oven to 375f.

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Oil or butter a 10-inch tart or cake pan or a ceramic dish.

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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the onions.

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Cook , stirring often , until tender but not browned , about 5 minutes.

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Add the garlic and cook , stirring , for another 30 seconds to a minute , until the garlic is fragrant.

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Stir in the greens , herbs , and 1 / 2 teaspoon salt , and stir the mixture for a minute , until the greens are .

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Ingredients

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swiss chard, salt, extra virgin olive oil, onion, garlic cloves, fresh herb, eggs, gruyere cheese, fresh ground pepper, phyllo pastry