When it comes to Italian cuisine, orecchiette with swiss chard, red peppers, and goat cheese stands as a testament to the culinary wonders that can be crafted with simple, yet flavorful ingredients. This delectable dish, hailing from the sun-kissed region of Puglia, is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Italy. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind crafting this exceptional dish.
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ORECCHIETTE WITH SWISS CHARD, RED PEPPERS AND GOAT CHEESE
Some of you have asked why I blanch greens before using them in dishes. I find it's the most efficient way to wilt them quickly and evenly, and they aren't boiled so long -- just a minute or two - that the nutrients are depleted. But lately I've also been steaming chard, and I find this works well, too. I use the basket of my pasta pot, placing it above an inch of water in the pot. When making this easy pasta, be sure to cut the sweet bell peppers into very small dice; that way, they'll lodge in the hollows of the orecchiette, along with the chard and goat cheese.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 20m
Yield Serves four
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Begin heating a large pot of water while you stem and wash the chard. Fill a bowl with ice water. When the water in the pot comes to a boil, salt generously and add the chard. Blanch the chard leaves for one to two minutes until tender. Using a skimmer or a slotted spoon, transfer the chard to a bowl of ice water, then drain and squeeze out excess water. Chop medium-fine. Keep the pot of water at a simmer.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet, and add the bell peppers and the red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring often, until tender, five to eight minutes. Add the garlic and salt to taste, and stir for half a minute. Then stir in the chopped chard and the marjoram. Stir together for a few seconds, then turn the heat to very low.
- Bring the water in the pasta pot back to a boil, and add the orecchiette. Cook al dente, following the timing instructions on the package. Add about 1/2 cup of the pasta water to the pan with the chard and peppers. Stir in the goat cheese. Drain the pasta, transfer to the pan and toss with the chard, pepper and goat cheese mixture. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 405, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 579 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
ORECCHIETTE WITH MIXED GREENS AND GOAT CHEESE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the water.
- In medium bowl, mix the salad greens with the sun-dried tomatoes, goat cheese, and Parmesan. Top with warm pasta and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss to combine and wilt the greens. Season with a pinch each of salt and pepper, or to taste. Garnish with additional Parmesan, if desired, and serve.
ORECCHIETTE WITH GREENS, GARBANZO BEANS AND RICOTTA SALATA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 26m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the garlic and discard. Add the Swiss chard and cook until wilted. In batches, add the spinach and cook until wilted. Add the beans and tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the pasta, 1/2 of the cheese, and lemon zest. Toss well and thin out the sauce with a little pasta water, if needed.
- Transfer to a large serving bowl and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and serve.
BRUSCHETTA WITH RED PEPPERS AND GOAT'S CHEESE
Make and share this Bruschetta with Red Peppers and Goat's Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Melody
Categories Cheese
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375F.
- Put peppers on an unoiled baking pan and roast them in oven f or 20-30 minutes, until they start to collapse and the skins blacken.
- Transfer to a bowl and cover to trap moisture. Leave for about 10 minutes until the skin loosens.
- Peel the peppers, cut open and remove the stem and seeds.
- Tear pepper flesh into strips.
- Dress with olive oil, salt and black pepper, and basil.
- Rub hot bread with the garlic cloves and sprinkle with salt, black pepper and olive oil.
- Lay the peppers on top and crumble the goat's cheese over them.
- Dribble over a little more olive oil and serve
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.2, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 19.6, Sodium 520.2, Carbohydrate 40.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.3, Protein 12.1
ROASTED SWISS CHARD WITH FETA
This method of cooking chard was given to me (in very few words) from an organic farmer who was selling the first chard we ever bought. We tried it and could not believe how delicious this was. Delicious! Double this recipe if you are a large family of veggie eaters.
Provided by XANDISMOM
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
- Toss the chard stems and onions in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and spread onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the chard stems have softened and the onion is starting to brown on the corners, about 15 minutes. Toss the chard leaves with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the leaves over the stem mixture, then scatter the feta cheese over top.
- Return to the oven, and bake until the stems are tender, the leaves are beginning to crisp, and the feta is melted and golden, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 439 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
SWISS CHARD & GOAT CHEESE FRITTATA
Serve this hot, warm, or at room temperature. Serve with slices of heirloom tomatoes. The amount of garlic can be decreased (or increased) according to tastes.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash the Swiss chard; cut off stems, dice finely, and set aside.
- Chop the leaves.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick 9-inch skillet with an ovenproof handle. Add onion, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and rosemary. Sauté 10 minutes over medium heat, until the onions are very soft and just starting to brown.
- Stir in the Swiss chard leaves and the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, or until the greens are just wilted. Remove from heat, stir in garlic and Swiss chard stems, and set aside.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl. Add the Swiss chard mixture and goat cheese, and stir to combine.
- Wash and dry the skillet and return to stove top.
- Preheat the broiler unit in the oven.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is very hot, pour in the vegetable-egg mixture and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the eggs are set on the bottom.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated broiler and broil for about 3 minutes, or until the frittata is firm and golden on top.
- Loosen the frittata from the skillet and invert onto a large round plate. Cut into wedges and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.1, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 263, Sodium 523.4, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 13.9
SWISS CHARD AND RED PEPPER GRATIN
The seasons for red peppers and Swiss chard overlap, with the chard beginning to come in while peppers are still piled high in farmers' market stalls. The two look beautiful side by side in the market and on the plate.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 1h30m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil while you clean the chard. Fill a bowl with ice water. Strip the leaves from the stalks, but hold onto the stalks. Wash the leaves in several rinses of water. When the water comes to a boil add the chard leaves. Blanch for about 1 minute, just until tender. Using a skimmer or slotted spoon, transfer immediately to the ice water. Let sit for a few minutes, then drain, squeeze out water and chop medium-fine.
- Preheat the oven to 375º F. Brush a 2-quart baking or gratin dish with olive oil.
- Trim both ends off the chard stalks, then dice. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large, heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the diced chard stalks, diced red pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, for 5 to 8 minutes, until the vegetables are just tender. Add the garlic, stir together for a minute or so, until the garlic is fragrant, and stir in the chard. Stir together for 30 seconds to a minute, just to blend the mixture and coat the chard with oil. Season with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
- Beat the eggs and milk together in a bowl. Stir in the chard mixture, the cheese, rice and thyme. Stir together, taste and add more salt and pepper if desired. Transfer to the baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top and drizzle on the remaining oil.
- Bake 40 to 45 minutes, until firm and browned on the top. Remove from the heat and cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. You can serve this warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 279, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 560 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE, CHARD, AND PARSNIPS
This hearty pasta dish capitalizes on the herbal sweetness of parsnips.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and return to pot.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add sausage and cook, breaking meat up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer sausage to pot. Add parsnips to skillet and saute until softened and browned, 5 minutes. Add chard and cook until wilted, 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to pot and toss. Add Parmesan and enough pasta water to create a light sauce that coats pasta; season with salt and pepper. Serve with additional Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 615 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 6 g
SWISS CHARD AND GOAT CHEESE GALETTE
Free-form creations like this simple Swiss chard galette have an appealing rustic look and taste that match the tone of the season.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Yield Makes one 10-inch tart
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Slice chard stems into 1/4-inch pieces. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add the stems and onion, and cook, stirring, until slightly brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Cover skillet, and reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until stems are very soft, about 15 minutes. Add the vinegar, and cook, stirring, until liquid is reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, transfer onion mixture to a nonreactive bowl; set aside.
- Heat remaining tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high. Add anchovies, if using; saute, stirring frequently, 1 minute. Add chard leaves, and saute until slightly wilted, about 1 minute. Stir in thyme; season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the goat cheese and 2 tablespoons cream. Beat mixture until smooth, about 1 minute. Stir in the n utmeg; season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. On a large piece of parchment paper, roll out dough to a 1/4-inch-thick round, about 12 inches in diameter. Arrange onion mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 3-inch border around edge. Spread goat-cheese mixture over onion mixture, and top with the chard mixture. Sprinkle with pine nuts and golden raisins. Fold edges of dough over, and press down gently to seal. Transfer tart, on parchment paper, to a baking sheet, and refrigerate 15 minutes.
- In a small bowl, beat egg yolk with remaining tablespoon cream. Brush exposed dough with egg wash, and bake until crust is golden, 40 to 45 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
SWISS CHARD WITH ROASTED PEPPER
Categories Side Broil Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Bell Pepper Chill Vegan Chard Gourmet Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4 with enough for cannelloni
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- To roast peppers:
- Using a long-handled fork char the peppers over an open flame, turning them, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the skins are blackened. (Or broil the peppers on the rack of a broiler pan under a preheated broiler about 2 inches from the heat, turning them every 5 minutes, for 15 to 25 minutes, or until the skins are blistered and charred.) Transfer the peppers to a bowl and let them steam, covered, until they are cool enough to handle. Peel them starting at the blossom end, cut off the tops, and discard the seeds and ribs.
- In a kettle cook the chard stems in about 1/2 cup water, covered, over high heat for 5 minutes, add the chard leaves, and cook the chard, covered, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Drain the chard well and in a bowl toss it with the roasted pepper, the oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the chard mixture, covered and chilled,, for making the cod cannelloni.
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH MUSHROOMS AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Made this up when I had Swiss chard and did not know what to do with it. Added whatever I had in the fridge. Added some white wine and voila. Yummy. You can also use other veggies or seasoning you have on hand.
Provided by BramptonMommyof2
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 31m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent and mushrooms soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in Swiss chard, red pepper, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook until Swiss chard is wilted, about 3 minutes. Stir in white wine; cook until Swiss chard is tender, 3 to 4 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 204.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CROUSTADES OF RED PEPPERS WITH GOAT CHEESE
Provided by Anne Willan
Categories Cheese Pepper Appetizer Broil Spring Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the broiler and broil the peppers on a baking sheet until black and blistery, turning them to cook evenly. Once they're blackened on all sides, fasten them in a plastic bag so they steam and the skin is loosened. Leave the broiler alight. When the peppers are cool, slip off their charred skins with your fingers. Don't worry about leaving a few flecks of black - it adds flavor. Cut the peppers in half and then in strips, discarding the cores and seeds.
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the onions with the thyme, salt, and pepper until soft and starting to brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until golden. Add the tomatoes and capers and cook, stirring often until the tomatoes are cooked and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the peppers and continue cooking until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Oil a baking sheet and set it aside. Toast the bread and arrange the pepper mixture on top. Slice the cheese and put the slices on the peppers. Broil the croustades on the baking sheet until the cheese is lightly browned and the edges are melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve warm.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-washed and pre-cut Swiss chard. This will reduce the preparation time significantly.
- If you don't have red pepper flakes, you can substitute with cayenne pepper or paprika. However, be careful not to add too much, as it can easily overpower the other flavors in the dish.
- For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the pancetta. You can also add more vegetables, such as mushrooms or zucchini, to make it a heartier meal.
- If you don't have goat cheese, you can use feta cheese or ricotta cheese instead. Just be sure to adjust the amount of salt and pepper accordingly.
- Serve this dish immediately after cooking, while the orecchiette is still hot and the Swiss chard is still tender.
Conclusion:
Orecchiette with Swiss chard, red peppers, and goat cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The orecchiette pasta is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with Swiss chard, red peppers, pancetta, and goat cheese. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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