Swiss Chard With Cannellini Beans And Tomatoes Boston Globe

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This was in the boston globe this week and says it was adapted from lidia's italy"."

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Steps

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In large pot , bring 6 quarts of water to boil over high heat.

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Rinse the chard.

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Cut off and discard the stems at the base of the leaves.

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Slice the leaves crosswise into 1 inch wide strips.

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Drop the chard into the boiling water.

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Cover and when it comes back to boil , reduce to simmer for 15 minutes or until tender.

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Drain.

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In a large skillet , heat 1 t of the olive oil with the garlic and red pepper over medium heat , stirring constantly for 2 minutes or until garlic just begins to turn golden.

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Immediately stir in tomato paste , continue cooking and stirring for 1 more minute.

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Add plum tomatoes , turn heat to high and stir constantly for 1 - 2 minutes to soften the tomatoes.

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Add the beans and the chard.

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Continue cooking over high heat , stirring constantly for 3 more minutes.

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Lower the heat to medium and stir in 2 t olive oil.

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Add salt and pepper to taste.

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Simmer , stirring often for 2 more minutes.

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Sprinkle with olive oil before serving.

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Ingredients

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swiss chard, olive oil, garlic cloves, crushed red pepper flakes, tomato paste, plum tomatoes, beans, salt and pepper