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| Swiss Chard and Fava Beans |
| Recipe contributed by Phil and Jackie Cicconi |
| Ingredients |
- 1 pound of Swiss chard leaves and stalks, washed and cut into approximately four-inch pieces.
- 3 spring onions, sliced
- 1 pound of fresh, shelled fava beans
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup water or chicken stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
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| Preparation |
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Sauté garlic, and spring onions in olive oil for 3-4 minutes. Add Swiss chard, fava beans and liquid. Sauté and stir until fava beans and Swiss chard are tender. Adjust for salt. Serve with rustic bread as a main dish or as a side dish with steak or sausage.
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