Gratin of Swiss Chard
3 pounds Swiss chard3 Tbs flour
3 cups water
2 Tbs lemon juice
salt to taste
2 Tbs butter
3 Tbs cream
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated cheese
Wash the chard, then cut the stalks off the leaves and set the leaves aside. Cut the stalks into 1/2" pieces.
Whisk the flour into the water and bring to a boil. Add the stems, lemon juice, and a bit of salt. Cook for 20-30 minutes, until tender.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to boil for the leaves. Cook the leaves about 10-15 minutes, drain, then chop and toss with butter and salt to taste.
Place stems and leaves into a shallow baking dish along with the cream. Mix the bread crumbs and cheese together, then sprinkle across the top. Bake at 425 for 15 minutes.
