Ingredients

serves 4

　　1 1/2 pounds Swiss chard (2 bunches), tough stems trimmed, stalks cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces (keep stalks and leaves separate)

　　2 tablespoons olive oil

　　1/3 cup golden raisins

　　2 garlic cloves, minced

　　1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

　　2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted (see page 365)

　　Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

　　

Step 1

Wash and drain chard, leaving some water clinging to stalks and leaves. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add chard stalks, and cook until beginning to soften, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes.

　　

Step 2

Add chard leaves, raisins, and garlic. Cover, and reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until chard is tender, 6 to 10 minutes. Pour off excess liquid from pan. Add vinegar and pine nuts, and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper, and serve.

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