Unlike a heavy béchamel, this streamlined cream sauce won't mask the earthy-sweet flavor of the greens.
Recipe information
Total Time
40 minutes
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss breadcrumbs, oil, and lemon zest on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt. Toast, tossing once, until golden brown, 8–10 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, cook chard leaves in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute. Drain; transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool. Drain and squeeze well in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 3
Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and chard ribs and stems, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring often, until tender, 5–8 minutes. Add cream; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring often, until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add chard leaves and cook, stirring, until warmed through and coated with cream sauce; season with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Top Swiss chard with breadcrumbs just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
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