Cumin-Braised Swiss Chard

• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• STAFF-FAVORITE
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2. 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
3. 4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
4. 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
5. 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6. 2 1/2 pounds Swiss chard—stems thinly sliced, leaves cut into 1-inch ribbons
7. 1/2 cup chicken stock
8. 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
9. Salt

1. In a deep skillet, heat the oil. Add the onion, garlic, cumin and red pepper. Cover and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until the onion is softened, 5 minutes. Add the chard and cook, stirring, until the leaves are wilted. Add the stock, cover and cook over high heat, stirring, until the stems are tender, 6 minutes. Swirl in the butter, season with salt and serve.