White Bean Stew With Swiss Chard and Tomatoes

Name: White Bean Stew With Swiss Chard and Tomatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 lbs swiss chard, large stems discarded and leaves cut crosswise into 2-inch strips; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 (26 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Submitted by sharkycharming

"Recipe from People Magazine, 2011.01.10 "328 calories per serving""

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Ready In:: 25mins
Ingredients:: 8
Serves:: 4

ingredients

2 lbs swiss chard, large stems discarded and leaves cut crosswise into 2-inch strips
¹⁄₄ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
¹⁄₄ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (26 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
¹⁄₂ teaspoon salt
¹⁄₄ teaspoon black pepper

directions

Add chard to a large pot of boiling water and simmer over moderate heat until tender, 8 minutes. Cool slightly, then drain and gently squeeze out excess liquid.
In the same saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat, and cook garlic and crushed red pepper flakes until garlic is golden, 1 minute.
Add tomatoes and bring to a boil. Add beans and simmer over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.
Add the chard and simmer over medium heat until the flavors meld, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.