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.

roberto dalias
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Overall, this was a pretty good dish. The Swiss chard was cooked perfectly and the garlic chips were crispy and flavorful. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes added a nice touch of brightness and heat. I would definitely make this again, but I might


rachel brannon
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would use less olive oil next time. The flavors were good, but the oiliness was a bit overpowering.


Omar Hakimi
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This was a really easy and flavorful dish to make. The Swiss chard was perfectly wilted and the garlic chips were crispy and delicious. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes added a nice touch of brightness and heat. I would definitely make this again


md Imran Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of Swiss chard, but I was pleasantly surprised by this dish! The garlic chips were amazing and added a really nice flavor. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes also helped to brighten up the dish. I would definitely make this again


Umme Salma
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This was a great recipe! The spaghetti was cooked perfectly and the Swiss chard was wilted just the way I like it. The garlic chips were a great addition and added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Malik Majid Malik Majid
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This dish was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the garlic chips were the perfect crispy addition. I will definitely be making this again!


Denzel Oosthuizen
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Overall, this was a pretty good dish. The Swiss chard was cooked perfectly and the garlic chips were crispy and flavorful. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes added a nice touch of brightness and heat. I would definitely make this again, but I might


Nazari Farid
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would use less olive oil next time. The flavors were good, but the oiliness was a bit overpowering.


sadick phonez
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I'm not a big fan of Swiss chard, but I was pleasantly surprised by this dish! The garlic chips were amazing and added a really nice flavor. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes also helped to brighten up the dish. I would definitely make this again,


Scott Hodge
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more garlic and maybe some Parmesan cheese. The Swiss chard was also a bit too wilted for my liking. Overall, it was an okay dish but I probably wouldn't make it again.


Akbarkhan Akbarkhan
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious! The Swiss chard and garlic chips were a great combination. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes added a nice touch of flavor. I served it with a side of grilled chicken and it was a perfect meal.


Dante Taylor
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This dish was a hit with my family! They loved the combination of flavors and textures. The spaghetti was cooked perfectly and the Swiss chard was wilted just the way I like it. The garlic chips were a great addition and added a nice crunch. Will def


HyperNova JG
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Followed the recipe to a T and it turned out beautifully! The Swiss chard was perfectly wilted and the garlic chips were crispy and golden brown. The lemon zest and red pepper flakes added a nice touch of brightness and heat. Will definitely be makin


Rk Rasel King
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This spaghetti and Swiss chard dish was an absolute delight! The garlic chips added a fantastic crispy texture and nutty flavor that perfectly complemented the earthy greens and tender spaghetti. I especially loved the addition of lemon zest and red