Swiss Chard And Gruyere Spread Recipe
Ingredients
| 16 Swiss chard stalks | ||
| Extra virgin olive oil | 1 Tablespoon | |
| White onion | 1 Small, finely chopped | |
| Garlic | 1 Clove (5gm), minced | |
| Gruyere cheese | 6 Ounce, grated | |
| Freshly ground white pepper to taste | ||
| Vegetable seasoning to taste | ||
| Cherry tomatoes | 4 , halved (GARNISH) | |
Directions
Remove the heavy stems from the chard and discard.
Wash the leaves, pat dry, and chop coarsely.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet, add the onion, and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes.
Add the garlic and chard and saute for 4 to 5 minutes more, stirring often.
Add the cheese and toss in the skillet for 1 minute, then add the seasonings.
Turn the mixture into a food processor and puree.
Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
The spread can be chilled if made ahead of time, and allowed to return to room temperature.
Spread on crackers and decorate with cherry tomato halves.
Wash the leaves, pat dry, and chop coarsely.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet, add the onion, and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes.
Add the garlic and chard and saute for 4 to 5 minutes more, stirring often.
Add the cheese and toss in the skillet for 1 minute, then add the seasonings.
Turn the mixture into a food processor and puree.
Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
The spread can be chilled if made ahead of time, and allowed to return to room temperature.
Spread on crackers and decorate with cherry tomato halves.
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