Best 5 Creamed Swiss Chard Recipes

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In this culinary expedition, we will embark on a journey to explore the delectable delights of creamed Swiss chard. Originating from the Mediterranean, this leafy green vegetable possesses a mild yet distinctive flavor that pairs harmoniously with a creamy sauce. Our culinary voyage will encompass a diverse range of creamed Swiss chard recipes, each offering a unique symphony of flavors and textures. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with creamy Swiss chard with bacon, a classic combination that elevates the dish to new heights of savory satisfaction. For a vegetarian twist, indulge in the creamy Swiss chard with mushrooms, where earthy mushrooms and creamy sauce create a symphony of umami flavors. If a touch of spice is your desire, the creamy Swiss chard with chorizo recipe will ignite your palate with its vibrant and smoky notes. And for those seeking a lighter option, the creamy Swiss chard with lemon recipe offers a refreshing and tangy twist that will leave you feeling invigorated. No matter your culinary preferences, these creamed Swiss chard recipes promise an unforgettable gustatory experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMED SWISS CHARD



Creamed Swiss Chard image

Creamed Swiss chard is a simple variation on classic creamed spinach. Don't forget the nutmeg: a dash of the stuff adds a dimension of flavor to the creamy sauce that pulls this entire dish together.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons water
4 bunches Swiss chard, stems removed, leaves cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring water to a boil over medium-high. Gradually add chard and cook until it is just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a colander to drain, pressing out as much liquid as possible.
  • In pot, melt butter. Whisking constantly, add flour and cook 1 minute. Whisking constantly, slowly add milk. Cook, whisking along bottom of pot, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chard and stir until coated. Stir in nutmeg and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g

CREAMED SWISS CHARD WITH ONION, GARLIC, AND NUTMEG



Creamed Swiss Chard with Onion, Garlic, and Nutmeg image

This creamed Swiss chard includes onion, garlic, and nutmeg for a flavorful side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
3 to 4 large bunches Swiss chard, stems cut into 1/4-inch pieces (2 cups), and leaves cut into 3/4-inch strips, then halved (18 cups)
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 3/4 cups whole milk
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 3/4 teaspoons coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large saute; pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add chard stems; cook, stirring occasionally, until stems begin to soften, about 7 minutes. Stir in half of the chard leaves and 2 tablespoons water; cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cover. Add remaining chard leaves and 2 tablespoons water to pan; cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 15 minutes. Stir into bowl.
  • Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add flour, stirring to avoid forming lumps. Gradually whisk in milk and nutmeg; season with salt and pepper. Raise heat to medium; bring to just below a boil, stirring occasionally; cook 2 minutes more, whisking constantly. Whisk in cream. Pour into chard mixture; stir to combine. Serve immediately.

CREAMED SWISS CHARD WITH SHALLOTS AND NUTMEG



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Swiss chard, a member of the beet family, has bumpy, dark-green leaves and white or red stalks and veins. We use green chard with white stems in this recipe since the bright red stems often bleed their color.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup (2 medium) coarsely chopped shallots
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large bunch (about 1 pound 10 ounces) green Swiss chard, ribs removed, leaves roughly chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots, and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add flour, and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; raise heat to high and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
  • Add chard, and cook until tender and coated with the thickened milk mixture, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve immediately.

CREAMED SWISS CHARD WITH LEMONY BREADCRUMBS



Creamed Swiss Chard with Lemony Breadcrumbs image

Provided by Dawn Perry

Categories     Milk/Cream     Side     Quick & Easy     Chard     Simmer     Breadcrumbs     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup torn fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt
2 large bunches Swiss chard, ribs and stems cut into 2" lengths, leaves torn into 2" pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium shallots, sliced
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss breadcrumbs, oil, and lemon zest on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt. Toast, tossing once, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook chard leaves in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute. Drain; transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool. Drain and squeeze well in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
  • Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and chard ribs and stems, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring often, until tender, 5-8 minutes. Add cream; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring often, until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add chard leaves and cook, stirring, until warmed through and coated with cream sauce; season with salt and pepper.
  • Top Swiss chard with breadcrumbs just before serving.

TYLER FLORENCE'S PAN ROASTED COWBOY RIBEYE WITH CREAMED SWISS CHARD RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Tyler Florence's Pan Roasted Cowboy Ribeye with Creamed Swiss Chard Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 23

BREAD CRUMB TOPPING:
2 large (16 to 18-ounce) bone-in rib-eye steaks
1 sprig fresh rosemary
4 sprigs fresh thyme
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 to 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
2 sprig fresh rosemary, leaves removed
1 About 1 cup panko bread crumbs
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
CREAMED RAINBOW CHARD:
1 large bunch Swiss chard, leafs removed from the stem and leaves chopped (or fresh spinach)
2 cups heavy cream
2 fresh bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 to 3 cloves garlic, peeled
Freshly grated Parmesan, to taste
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Take a cast iron pan and set over medium-high heat. Add a 2-count of olive oil and add rosemary and thyme. The herbs will begin to crackle as the oil heats up and the oil will be infused with the flavor. Remove the herbs from the pan and place onto a paper towel lined plate. Season the rib eyes well with salt and pepper and add to pan and brown for approximately 4 minutes. Turn the rib eye over and place the whole pan into the preheated oven, on the bottom shelf, for another 12 minutes for medium-rare. Add another 2 minutes for medium. Place a saute pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the garlic, thyme and rosemary leaves, and the panko and stir to combine. Once the bread crumbs are toasted, season with salt and pepper. For the Swiss Chard (or spinach): Place a saucepan of cream with bay leaves, rosemary, thyme and garlic over medium heat and simmer until reduced and thick. Blanch leaves in some salted boiling water until wilted. Remove the Swiss chard from the water and allow it to drain in a strainer. Push any excess water out of the Swiss chard using some paper towels. Set aside to dry at room temperature. When ready, remove herbs and garlic from cream and fold in the Swiss chard. Add Parmesan, to taste, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Once steaks are done, remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Serve on a plate and top steak with creamed Swiss chard. Garnish with the toasted bread crumbs, lemon juice, and season with salt.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh Swiss chard: Look for vibrant, deeply colored leaves with crisp stems.
  • Wash Swiss chard thoroughly: Rinse the leaves and stems under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Remove the tough stems: Cut away the tough center stems from the Swiss chard leaves.
  • Cook Swiss chard quickly: Overcooking can make the leaves mushy, so cook them just until they are tender.
  • Use a good quality cream: Heavy cream or half-and-half will give the sauce a rich, creamy texture.
  • Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg or grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately: Creamed Swiss chard is best served hot, so make sure to serve it as soon as it is cooked.

Conclusion:

Creamed Swiss chard is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it simple or creamy, cheesy or garlicky, there is a creamed Swiss chard recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give creamed Swiss chard a try.

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