SPAGHETTI AND SWISS CHARD WITH GARLIC CHIPS

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Executive food editor Kemp Minifie brought the idea for this restorative pasta from her own home. Everyone in the test kitchen loved the briny intensity of feta and olives offset by sweet currants and slightly bitter chard. The garlic doesn’t stay crisp for long, so be sure to serve immediately.

Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Garlic     Pasta     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Father's Day     Dinner     Swiss Cheese     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 head garlic, cloves peeled and thinly sliced lengthwise
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup dried currants
2 pounds green Swiss chard, stems and center ribs finely chopped and leaves coarsely chopped separately
1/2 cup water
1 pound spaghetti
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, cut into slivers
6 ounces feta, crumbled (1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then cook garlic, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer garlic with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  • Cook onion in oil remaining in skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add currants and cook, stirring, until plumped, about 1 minute.
  • Stir chard stems into onion mixture with water and 3/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Cook, covered, over medium-high heat until almost tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in chard leaves and cook, covered, until stems and leaves are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 5 quarts water) until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta-cooking water and drain spaghetti.
  • Toss spaghetti with chard, olives, and 1/2 cup cooking water, adding more cooking water if necessary. Season with salt and pepper. Serve sprinkled with feta and garlic chips.

Md Raju Ahmed
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved the garlic chips and the Swiss chard added a nice touch of bitterness. I will definitely be making this again.


PRINCE WAHID
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The garlic chips were a great addition and added a lot of flavor. I also liked the use of Swiss chard, which is a healthy and flavorful green. Overall, this is a great recipe that I would


Olaluwoye Tobiloba
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I'm not a big fan of Swiss chard, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The garlic chips added a nice flavor and the lemon zest really brightened up the dish. I'll definitely be making this again.


Maame Yaa
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The garlic chips were a hit, especially with my kids. I will definitely be making this again.


Frednancy Locklear
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I was looking for a new pasta dish to try and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! The garlic chips were a great addition and the Swiss chard was cooked perfectly. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes gave the dish a nice pop of flavor. I w


Omar Cuellar
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This recipe is a keeper! The garlic chips were crispy and flavorful, and the Swiss chard was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of lemon zest and red pepper flakes. It gave the dish a nice kick of flavor. I will definitely be making this aga


Najeebsulemani
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved the garlic chips and the Swiss chard added a nice touch of bitterness. I will definitely be making this again.


Tamika Cushnie
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The garlic chips were a great addition and added a lot of flavor. I also liked the use of Swiss chard, which is a healthy and flavorful green. Overall, this is a great recipe that I would


Bina Bichhural
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I'm not a big fan of Swiss chard, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The garlic chips added a nice flavor and the lemon zest really brightened up the dish. I'll definitely be making this again.


kishiey bae
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The garlic chips were a hit, especially with my kids. I will definitely be making this again.


Bikram Magar
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Meh. I found this dish to be bland and uninspired. The garlic chips were soggy and the Swiss chard was tough. I think it needed more seasoning and some fresh herbs to brighten it up.


Mike Bob
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This recipe is a winner! The garlic chips were a game-changer. They added a delicious crunch and nutty flavor to the dish. I also loved the addition of Swiss chard. It's a great way to get some extra greens into your meal. I will definitely be making


Hikmat Khan
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The Swiss chard adds a nice bitterness that pairs well with the salty garlic chips and tangy lemon zest. I also appreciate that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a b


Monzer Abdalrhman
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This spaghetti and Swiss chard dish was a delightful surprise! The garlic chips added a crispy, flavorful touch that perfectly complemented the tender greens and al dente pasta. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes brought a nice pop of brightness an