Braised Chard Stems with Saffron and Tomato Recipe

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Braised Chard Stems with Saffron and Tomato
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Directions:

  1. Preheat the broiler on low.
  2. Trim the chard stems, then cut into 2 to 3inch lengths, on the diagonal.
  3. Drop them into the simmering water, add 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook until tender but still just a little resistant to the knife, about 12 minutes. Scoop them out, reserving the cooking liquid.
  4. Heat the oil in a 10inch skillet with the onion, basil, and saffron threads. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions soften and the saffron begins to yield its color, about 5 minutes. Add the blanched chard stems, season with salt and pepper, then add a cup of the reserved cooking water. Simmer, covered, until the stems are fully tender, about 7 minutes. Remove the lid, add the tomatoes, and cook until the remaining liquid has reduce to a syrupy consistency.
  5. Transfer the cooked chard stems to a small gratin dish. Scatter the cheese over the top then slide under the broiler until the cheese is lightly browned in places. Garnish with a few more torn basil leaves, then serve
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 88.3 Kcal (370 kJ)
Calories from fat 53.93 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.99g 9%
Cholesterol 2.2mg 1%
Sodium 281.76mg 12%
Potassium 524.05mg 11%
Total Carbs 6.74g 2%
Sugars 2.44g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2.78g 11%
Protein 3.66g 7%
Vitamin C 39.3mg 65%
Iron 2.3mg 13%
Calcium 93.1mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 54.42 Kcal (228 kJ)
Calories from fat 33.24 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.69g 9%
Cholesterol 1.36mg 1%
Sodium 173.64mg 12%
Potassium 322.96mg 11%
Total Carbs 4.16g 2%
Sugars 1.5g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1.71g 11%
Protein 2.26g 7%
Vitamin C 24.2mg 65%
Iron 1.4mg 13%
Calcium 57.4mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.7
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

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