Sauteed Swiss Chard With Golden Raisins and Capers

MA HIKER's Note:

I don't do well growing spinach in my summer garden (too hot, it bolts) but Swiss Chard does very well. This recipes sounds like a great way to use it! I haven't tried it yet, will this summer! From May 2007 GH. They remark that this makes a nice pasta - serve with favorite pasta & 1/2 cup cooking water.

• Total Time: 50 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 lbs swiss chard
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 1⁄3; cup golden raisin
• 2 tablespoons capers , drained

Directions:

1. Trim tough stem ends from Swiss chard. Cut stems crosswise into 1-inch pieces; cut leaves into 2-inch pieces, keeping stems & leaves separate.
2. In nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook about 4 minutes or until onion begins to brown.
3. Add chard stems and cook, covered, 5 to 7 minutes or until tender.
4. Stir in raisins.
5. Add leaves to stems in batches, covering skillet after each batch; cook 7 to 10 minutes in total or until leaves are tender and wilted, stirring often.
6. Remove from heat, stir in capers.